U--English Language Proficiency (ELP) Assessment Ecosystem for BIE Schools (Grades

The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) has issued a Sources‑Sought/RFI to determine whether a single vendor can deliver a fully operational, U.S. Department of Education‑approved English Language Proficiency (ELP) assessment ecosystem for grades K‑12 across 183 BIE‑funded schools in 23 states. The scope includes a turnkey, commercial‑off‑the‑shelf solution that provides online and paper‑based standard and alternate assessments, two ELP screeners, culturally responsive materials, and comprehensive reporting for schools, families, and federal accountability. Vendors must also develop and maintain a secure, BIE‑exclusive student registration portal integrated with the BIE Student Information System (NASIS), deliver it within 60 calendar days of award, and ensure 24/7 availability, role‑based access, and API/manual upload capabilities. Additional requirements encompass virtual and onsite training, 100 % scoring accuracy with anomaly detection, rigorous data‑security and privacy compliance (FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, FISMA, FedRAMP, Section 508), incident reporting within one hour, and a full suite of project‑management, help‑desk, and quality‑assurance services. The contract will have a base period beginning in SY 2026‑2027 with up to four one‑year options, and BIE seeks vendor input on feasibility, any limitations, and which SOW components can be provided directly. Responses will inform acquisition strategy, contract type, and future solicitation structure. Unique critical elements include the exclusive, dedicated portal, the requirement for zero unauthorized access events, and rapid, continuous incident‑response reporting.

Notice ID

5a34aa99c7b24a1691efb38df61719b6

Solicitation Number

DOIAFBO260044

NAICS Code

611710

Classification Code

U009