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Kentucky Department of Education

Virtual Computer Science Career Academy

Due
Dec 7, 2026
Questions due
Nov 10, 2026
Budget
$250,000 – $500,000
Estimate
Contract
12 months
Location
  • Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
Posted
Nov 3, 2026
Category
Education, Training & Libraries

SUMMARY

The Kentucky Department of Education is seeking a contractor to operate a statewide virtual computer science career academy to provide synchronous instruction in multiple computer science career pathways for students in Kentucky public school districts.
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DESCRIPTION

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) seeks a contractor to operate a virtual computer science career academy, established in KRS 158.809, to ensure statewide access to high-quality computer science instruction. The program provides virtual, synchronous instruction in multiple computer science career pathways for students enrolled in Kentucky public school districts. The contractor will support Kentucky districts in providing equitable access to computer science education, work-based learning, dual credit opportunities, and career readiness supports. The initial term of the contract is anticipated to be from July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2028, with the Commonwealth reserving the right to renew for up to two additional two-year periods.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be properly authorized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky to conduct business
  • Must maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate
  • Must maintain Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) Insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000 per claim
  • Must comply with FERPA, NSLA, and CNA confidentiality and security requirements
  • Must comply with Kentucky's Personal Information Security and Breach Investigation Procedures and Practices Act
  • Must adhere to CIO-126 Artificial Intelligence Policy
  • Must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System via the Vendor Self Service System

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TIMELINE

Release of RFP: November 3rd, 2026

Written Questions due by: November 10th, 2026

Anticipated Commonwealth Response to Written Questions: November 22nd, 2026

Proposals Due by: December 7th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Kentucky Department of Education

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due December 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 10, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?
Settle estimates the budget at $250,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Kentucky Department of Education. The work is located in Frankfort, Kentucky, United States.

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