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Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

English Learners with Disabilities Guidance and Resource Revision

Due
Nov 20, 2026
Questions due
Nov 13, 2026
Budget
$200,000 – $300,000
Verified
Contract
24 months
Location
  • Everett, Massachusetts, United States
Posted
Oct 28, 2026
Category
Education, Training & Libraries

SUMMARY

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking a vendor to revise guidance and resources for English Learners with disabilities to ensure alignment with federal and state laws, including the Protect Education Equity Act.
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DESCRIPTION

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is seeking an experienced vendor to update and revise the existing Guidance for Supporting English Learners with Disabilities (ELSwD) and associated resources. The project involves aligning these materials with federal and state laws, regulations, and recent research. Year 1 focuses on revising the guidance document, while Year 2 focuses on revising priority ELSwD resources and developing a communication and dissemination plan. The contract duration is from the time of award through June 30, 2027, with a one-year renewal option through June 30, 2028.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be an experienced vendor in revising complex SEA public documents
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of current policy and legislation guiding the education of ELSwD students in Massachusetts
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices for ELSwD students
  • Must demonstrate experience in creating communication and dissemination plans for an SEA
  • Must provide a deliverables-based budget including line-item budgets, staff hours/rates, and budget narratives
  • Must provide examples of previous guidance revision work authored by key personnel
  • Must provide resumes/CVs for all proposed key staff
  • Must provide contact information for at least two relevant references for each proposed key personnel

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TIMELINE

Year 1 (Guidance Revision): Time of award to June 30th, 2027.

Year 2 (Resource Revision): July 1st, 2027 to June 30th, 2028.

Issuing Agency

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due November 20, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 13, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?
The published budget is $200,000 – $300,000.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The work is located in Everett, Massachusetts, United States.

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