Des Moines Independent Community School District - Foundational Skills Materials Gr 3-5 - RFI1279 (2026)
Des Moines Independent Community School DistrictSchool · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Andy Hulse
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Des Moines Independent Community School District has issued a request for information / request for qualifications for Foundational Skills Materials for grades 3-5. This solicitation is used to collect market information, and the District may or may not award a contract based on this solicitation. The scope requires instructional materials grounded in the Science of Reading that support advanced word analysis, multisyllabic word recognition, morphology, spelling-meaning connections, fluency, vocabulary, and embedded assessment. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST, with questions and clarifications due by October 14, 2026. Submissions must be made electronically via the District's online procurement portal at dmschools.ionwave.net.
Complete teacher materials, Student materials, Assessment materials, And digital resources, If applicable; Detailed grades 3-5 scope and sequence identifying skills taught, Review cycles, Assessment points, And expected instructional time; Sample lessons demonstrating explicit instruction in multisyllabic word reading, Morphology, Spelling/encoding, Fluency, And vocabulary; Professional learning plan, Including initial training, Implementation support, Coaching options, And administrator overview; Implementation guidance for core instruction, Intervention, Supplemental use, And differentiated small-group instruction; Evidence summary describing the research base, Pilot results, Efficacy studies, Or documented impact on word recognition, Spelling, Fluency, And vocabulary outcomes; Data reporting tools or templates that allow staff to monitor student progress and make instructional decisions
Compliance with requirements of the RFP, alignment to the Science of Reading, advanced decoding, morphology, encoding and spelling, fluency, vocabulary and academic language, assessment, teacher usability, student appropriateness
SUMMARY
The Des Moines Independent Community School District has issued a request for information / request for qualifications for Foundational Skills Materials for grades 3-5.
This solicitation is used to collect market information, and the District may or may not award a contract based on this solicitation. The scope requires instructional materials grounded in the Science of Reading that support advanced word analysis, multisyllabic word recognition, morphology, spelling-meaning connections, fluency, vocabulary, and embedded assessment. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST, with questions and clarifications due by October 14, 2026. Submissions must be made electronically via the District's online procurement portal at dmschools.ionwave.net.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Compliance with requirements of the RFP
- Alignment to the Science of Reading
- Advanced decoding
- Morphology
- Encoding and spelling
- Fluency
- Vocabulary and academic language
- Assessment
- Teacher usability
- Student appropriateness
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Complete teacher materials, Student materials, Assessment materials, And digital resources, If applicable
- Detailed grades 3-5 scope and sequence identifying skills taught, Review cycles, Assessment points, And expected instructional time
- Sample lessons demonstrating explicit instruction in multisyllabic word reading, Morphology, Spelling/encoding, Fluency, And vocabulary
- Professional learning plan, Including initial training, Implementation support, Coaching options, And administrator overview
- Implementation guidance for core instruction, Intervention, Supplemental use, And differentiated small-group instruction
- Evidence summary describing the research base, Pilot results, Efficacy studies, Or documented impact on word recognition, Spelling, Fluency, And vocabulary outcomes
- Data reporting tools or templates that allow staff to monitor student progress and make instructional decisions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certificate of Insurance
- Declaratory Order - Injunction
- Sex Offender Acknowledgement (SOA)
- Proposal Response Cover Page
- Submit to
- https://dmschools.ionwave.net
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Des Moines, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFI from Des Moines Independent Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://dmschools.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Andy Hulse.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Des Moines Independent Community School District in IA, 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 RFI 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 Andy Hulse. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Complete teacher materials, Student materials, Assessment materials, And digital resources, If applicable; Detailed grades 3-5 scope and sequence identifying skills taught, Review cycles, Assessment points, And expected instructional time; Sample lessons demonstrating explicit instruction in multisy. 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: "Compliance with requirements of the RFP, alignment to the Science of Reading, advanced decoding, morphology, encoding and spelling, fluency, vocabulary and academic language, assessment, teacher usabi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Des Moines Independent Community School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Des Moines Independent Community School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Des Moines Independent Community School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Certificate of Insurance, Declaratory Order - Injunction, Sex Offender Acknowledgement (SOA), Proposal Response Cover Page. Review the full document from Des Moines Independent Community School 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: Des Moines, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.