Arizona Department of Education MOWR Vetted Core Program List 2025-2026
Vail Unified DistrictSchool · Vail, AZ- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 18, 2025
- Primary contact
- Brian Synder
The 30-second brief
The Arizona Department of Education is vetting core reading programs for K-3 schools to ensure alignment with A.R.S. 15-704 standards and ESSA evidence-based criteria. Vendors must submit program details and efficacy studies for review and inclusion on the approved list.
Instructional curriculum, Efficacy studies, Program materials
Alignment to standards, Address essential components of reading, ESSA evidence-based (top three tiers)
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Summary
The Arizona Department of Education is vetting core reading programs for K-3 schools to ensure alignment with A.R.S. 15-704 standards and ESSA evidence-based criteria. Vendors must submit program details and efficacy studies for review and inclusion on the approved list.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Alignment to standards
- Address essential components of reading
- ESSA evidence-based (top three tiers)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Instructional curriculum
- Efficacy studies
- Program materials
- Scope location
- Arizona
- Reported agency
- Arizona Department of Education
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vail Unified District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Brian Synder.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vail Unified District in AZ, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Brian Synder. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Instructional curriculum, Efficacy studies, Program materials. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Alignment to standards, Address essential components of reading, ESSA evidence-based (top three tiers)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vail Unified District?
All active and historical solicitations from Vail Unified District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Vail Unified District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Vail Unified District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Arizona. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.