Idaho Department of Education - Curricular Materials Call for Submission FY2027 - K-12 Social Studies and CTE Pathways
Idaho State Department of Education | State of IdahoState · Boise, ID- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 6 years
- Primary contact
- Sara Bell
- (208) 332-6800
The 30-second brief
The Idaho Department of Education is calling for submission of K-12 Social Studies and Career Technical Education (CTE) instructional and intervention materials, including textbooks, educational print and digital media, and electronic books for the FY2027 adoption cycle. Participating publishers must submit intent to bid forms by October 30, 2026, initial submission bid forms by November 20, 2026, and final submission bid forms along with review fees by December 18, 2026. The review process encompasses independent remote reviews, consensus reviews, evaluation tools aligned to Idaho Content Standards, and sample material shipments to regional centers.
Curricular materials, Student editions, Teacher editions, Main components, Ancillary items, Digital platforms, Programs software, Classroom kits/sets, Alternative formats, Multiple volume sets, Brief forms, Form b, Form m, Evaluation tools, Correlations, Research documents, Digital presentations, Access flyers
Alignment to Idaho Content Standards, Best Practices and Assessments, Indicators of Multi-tiered Systems of Support, Alignment to High-Quality Instructional Material, Technology review
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Summary
The Idaho Department of Education is calling for submission of K-12 Social Studies and Career Technical Education (CTE) instructional and intervention materials, including textbooks, educational print and digital media, and electronic books for the FY2027 adoption cycle.
Participating publishers must submit intent to bid forms by October 30, 2026, initial submission bid forms by November 20, 2026, and final submission bid forms along with review fees by December 18, 2026. The review process encompasses independent remote reviews, consensus reviews, evaluation tools aligned to Idaho Content Standards, and sample material shipments to regional centers.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Alignment to Idaho Content Standards
- Best Practices and Assessments
- Indicators of Multi-tiered Systems of Support
- Alignment to High-Quality Instructional Material
- Technology review
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
18- Curricular materials
- Student editions
- Teacher editions
- Main components
- Ancillary items
- Digital platforms
- Programs software
- Classroom kits/sets
- Alternative formats
- Multiple volume sets
- Brief forms
- Form b
- Form m
- Evaluation tools
- Correlations
- Research documents
- Digital presentations
- Access flyers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Submission Bid Form
- Brief Form(s)
- Form B
- Form M
- Evaluation Forms
- Review Fees
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Boise, Idaho
- Reported agency
- Idaho Department of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Idaho State Department of Education | State of Idaho?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Sara Bell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Idaho State Department of Education | State of Idaho in ID, 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 Bid 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 Sara Bell at (208) 332-6800. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Curricular materials, Student editions, Teacher editions, Main components, Ancillary items, Digital platforms, Programs software, Classroom kits/sets, Alternative formats, Multiple volume sets, Brief forms, Form b, Form m, Evaluation tools, Correlations, Research documents, Digital presentations, Ac. 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 Idaho Content Standards, Best Practices and Assessments, Indicators of Multi-tiered Systems of Support, Alignment to High-Quality Instructional Material, Technology review" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Idaho State Department of Education | State of Idaho?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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 Bid?
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: Submission Bid Form, Brief Form(s), Form B, Form M, Evaluation Forms, Review Fees. Review the full document from Idaho State Department of Education | State of Idaho for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boise, Idaho. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
