IEP pilot project, professional development, enrichment programs. Nebraska is seeking a vendor to support its pilot project aimed at developing high-quality IEPs, while a New Jersey school system seeks professional development. In addition, a district in California is in the market for enrichment programs.
Active/upcoming solicitations for goods/services
Nebraska Department of Education
Focus: IEP development pilot project
Students: 329,000 statewide
Deadline: Sept. 24, 2025
The plan: The office of special education within Nebraska’s department of education is looking for a vendor that can implement a pilot project for the development and implementation of high-quality individualized education programs. The department said in its request for proposals that the pilot project is designed to help selected school districts build “holistic solutions” that blend technology, professional development, services, and supports. Email nde.procurement@nebraska.gov with any questions.
Washington Township School District, N.J.
Focus: Professional development
Students: 7,600
Deadline: Sept. 10, 2025
The plan: Washington Township School District in New Jersey is in the market for professional development services that are focused on student-centered classrooms. The district said in its request for proposals that the PD should be consistent with the educational principles in Nancy Sulla’s published work, and help educators form virtual learning communities across schools and disciplines. The vendor should be prepared to provide seven to eight in-person visits throughout the 2025-26 school year, as well as self-paced online professional learning and live, interactive supports. Contact Business Administrator Janine Wechter at 856-589-6644 with any questions.
Natomas Unified School District, Calif.
Focus: Enrichment programs
Students: 14,590
Deadline: Sept. 26, 2025
The plan: Natomas Unified School District in California is building a list of qualified providers that can offer supplemental enrichment programming during the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years. The district said in its request for qualifications that the services will be paid for by the state’s Extended Learning Opportunity Program and are directed toward students in transitional kindergarten through 8th grade. The programming will be offered during after-school and summer intersessions. It should offer student-centered content that “enhances academic, social, and emotional growth through structured, engaging, developmentally appropriate activities,” according to the RFQ. Email questions to bidsubmission@natomasunified.org with the subject line “Questions: NUSD RFQ 2025 for Enrichment Providers.”
Each week our reporters sift through the latest RFPs issued by school districts across the country, tracking trends and highlighting noteworthy listings. Look for these biweekly roundups for leads, and to stay up-to-date on districts’ purchasing needs.
Explore more purchasing alerts.
