Notice of Intent to Sole Source – Department of Education

This contract represents a sole‑source award by the South Carolina Department of Education to the Southern Regional Education Board for teacher induction and certification services. The agency cites a limited market of full‑service solution providers for educators transitioning from industry to the classroom, justifying the use of South Carolina Code Ann. §11‑35‑1560 to bypass competitive bidding. The total contract value is $540,000, and the procurement is intended to address statewide needs for educator preparation programs, either through locally created training or partnerships with higher‑education institutions. • Sole‑source award justified by limited vendor options for teacher induction and certification services. • Contract amount: $540,000, covering full‑service solutions for educator transition programs. • Vendor: Southern Regional Education Board, selected as the sole qualified provider.