Minneapolis Public Schools - Grades 6-8 English Language Arts Curriculum - RFP 27-01 (2026)
Minneapolis Public School DistrictSchool · Minneapolis, MN- Due
- Nov 11, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
The 30-second brief
Minneapolis Public Schools seeks proposals from qualified organizations and individuals to provide a comprehensive, core 6-8 grade English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum and related instructional resources. The selected curriculum must be reviewed by EdReports using review tool v2.1, v2.0, or v1.5 and meet expectations in Gateways 2 and 3, feature systematic and research-grounded design, anti-racist and culturally relevant texts, at least 90 percent authentic texts, physical print student texts, point-of-use scaffolding for Multilingual and Special Education learners, student-friendly rubrics aligned to MN ELA Standards, a cross-walk to 2020 Minnesota ELA Standards, and a publication date on or after 2022. The initial contract term is two years with options to renew for up to five additional one-year periods, for a total potential contract term of seven years. Proposals are due by November 11, 2026, with written questions due by October 7, 2026.
Reviewed by EdReports meeting expectations in Gateways 2 and 3 (10 points), Systematic and grounded in strong research (1 point), Anti-racist and culturally relevant texts (1 point), Units include a variety of both informational and literary texts (1 point), At least 90% of texts are authentic (1 point), All student texts provided in a physical, print format (1 point), Teacher’s Edition contains specific point-of-use scaffolding (1 point), Rubrics in student-friendly language (1 point), Cross-walk to 2020 Minnesota ELA Standards provided (1 point), Published on or after 2022 (1 point)
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Summary
Minneapolis Public Schools seeks proposals from qualified organizations and individuals to provide a comprehensive, core 6-8 grade English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum and related instructional resources.
The selected curriculum must be reviewed by EdReports using review tool v2.1, v2.0, or v1.5 and meet expectations in Gateways 2 and 3, feature systematic and research-grounded design, anti-racist and culturally relevant texts, at least 90 percent authentic texts, physical print student texts, point-of-use scaffolding for Multilingual and Special Education learners, student-friendly rubrics aligned to MN ELA Standards, a cross-walk to 2020 Minnesota ELA Standards, and a publication date on or after 2022. The initial contract term is two years with options to renew for up to five additional one-year periods, for a total potential contract term of seven years. Proposals are due by November 11, 2026, with written questions due by October 7, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Reviewed by EdReports meeting expectations in Gateways 2 and 3 (10 points), Systematic and grounded in strong research (1 point), Anti-racist and culturally relevant texts (1 point), Units include a variety of both informational and literary texts (1 point), At least 90% of texts are authentic (1 point), All student texts provided in a physical, print format (1 point), Teacher’s Edition contains specific point-of-use scaffolding (1 point), Rubrics in student-friendly language (1 point), Cross-walk to 2020 Minnesota ELA Standards provided (1 point), Published on or after 2022 (1 point)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Intention to Submit Proposal & Conflict of Interest Certification
- Organization Information Cover Sheet
- MPS Sample Contract
- Pricing Information
- Alignment to MPS Mission and Vision
- Round One Proposal Scoring Rubric
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Reported agency
- Minneapolis Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minneapolis Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minneapolis Public School District in MN, 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.
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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: "Reviewed by EdReports meeting expectations in Gateways 2 and 3 (10 points), Systematic and grounded in strong research (1 point), Anti-racist and culturally relevant texts (1 point), Units include a v..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 11, 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Intention to Submit Proposal & Conflict of Interest Certification, Organization Information Cover Sheet, MPS Sample Contract, Pricing Information, Alignment to MPS Mission and Vision, Round One Propos. Review the full document from Minneapolis Public 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: Minneapolis, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.