When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 10, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 9, 2026.

It was issued by Louisiana Department of Education. The work is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced provider of statewide K–12 assessment programs. Expertise in online and paper-based testing platforms. Capabilities in assessment development, scoring, reporting, and analytics. Proven secure management of sensitive student data. Experience delivering accessible and multilingual assessment materials. Track record supporting student growth and school performance measurement.

Statewide Student Assessments Services and Solution (Due November 10, 2026)

Overview

Education, Training & Libraries

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United StatesPosted: September 26, 2026Deadline: November 10, 2026

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SUMMARY

A vendor is sought to deliver statewide K–12 assessment services and technology covering assessment development, administration, scoring, reporting, analytics, accessibility, and secure data management. The solution must support student growth measurement, school performance reporting, and instructional improvement.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified proposer as allowed by Louisiana Revised Statute 39:1595
Must submit a proposal for Component A: LEAP and LEAP Connect Content Item Bank
Must be registered and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State
Must have adequate financial resources for performance
Must have necessary experience, organizations, technical qualifications, skills, and facilities
Must have a satisfactory record of integrity, judgment, and performance
Must disclose intent to utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) and complete Exhibit V if applicable
Must provide a staffing plan with qualified personnel including a Project Manager, Item Development Leader, and Lead Psychometrician
Must maintain insurance coverage as specified in the Insurance Requirements for Contractors Attachment

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

RFP posted: September 25th, 2026

Deadline to submit questions: October 9th, 2026

Proposal opening date: November 10th, 2026

Contract start date: July 1st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 9, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Louisiana Department of Education

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DESCRIPTION

The issuing organization seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive statewide student assessment services and a supporting solution for kindergarten through grade 12 students. Services are expected to include the development, delivery, scoring, reporting, and analysis of statewide summative, formative, and placement assessments.

The solution must support both online and paper-based assessments, secure data management, and accessible testing materials, including braille, large print, read-aloud, and translations into multiple languages. Assessment data should be accurate and useful for measuring student knowledge and skills, tracking student growth, supporting school performance scores, and informing instructional and administrative decision-making.

The selected provider will deliver a cohesive and coherent assessment program that maintains high expectations for all students and supports continuous instructional improvement. All questions must be submitted by October 9, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 10, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 9, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Louisiana Department of Education. The work is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced provider of statewide K–12 assessment programs
Expertise in online and paper-based testing platforms
Capabilities in assessment development, scoring, reporting, and analytics
Proven secure management of sensitive student data
Experience delivering accessible and multilingual assessment materials
Track record supporting student growth and school performance measurement

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