27ACLLP1 | Adult Learner Opportunity and Workforce Pathways Initiative

Location:	Massachusetts
Posted:	Jul 24, 2026
Due:	Sep 1, 2026
Agency:	Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:
Solicitation No:	BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131725
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Header Information

Bid Number:

BD-27-1026-DOE02-DOE01-131725

Description:

27ACLLP1 | Adult Learner Opportunity and Workforce Pathways Initiative | RFR

Bid Opening Date:

09/01/2026 12:00:00 PM

Purchaser:

Jonna Willis

Organization:

Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Department:

DOE02148 - Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Location:

DOE01 - Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Fiscal Year:

Type Code:

NS - Non-Statewide Solicitation

Allow Electronic Quote:

Yes

Alternate Id:

27ACLLP1

Required Date:

Available Date
:

07/24/2026 09:54:45 AM

Info Contact:

Lisa Patrick | Lisa.V.Patrick@mass.gov

Bid Type:

OPEN

Informal Bid Flag:

Purchase Method:

Open Market

Pre Bid Conference:

Bulletin Desc:

The ACLS unit at DESE, seeks a qualified vendor to serve as a strategic implementation partner for the Adult Learner Opportunity and Workforce Pathways Initiative. Supported through state line item 1596-2514, this initiative expands access to English language learning, strengthens workforce pathways, elevates learner leadership, and supports the development of a diverse and culturally responsive adult education workforce. This bid is covered under the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Ship-to Address:

Admin and Finance Unit
135 Santilli Highway
Everett, MA 02149
US
Email: Jonna.t.willis@mass.gov
Phone: (781) 338-3000

Bill-to Address:

Admin and Finance Unit
135 Santilli Highway
Everett, MA 02149
US
Email: Jonna.t.willis@mass.gov
Phone: (781) 338-3000

Print Format:

File Attachments:

Bid (RFR) Read Only Document
Attachment A (Scope of Service) RFR
ACLS Strategic Priorities Reference Guide
Performance Measures (No action required)
Evaluation Criteria Scorecard (No Action required)
Prompt Pay Discount Form
Attachment B - Contact Form
Supplier Diversity Program Plan Form - Must Complete with a percentage amount and upload with response
State Forms (updated April 2026) Read Only
DESE Required Language
Supplier Diversity Plan Language - Read Only
IT RFR Required Specifications - Read Only - May not be applicable to this specific bid
IP Language - read only - may not be applicable
RFR - Required Specifications from OSD

Form Attachments:

Required Quote Attachments

Desired Attachment Name	Description

SBPP (Small Business Purchasing Program) Eligible?:

See SBPP requirements and exceptions at www.mass.gov/sbpp :

Amendments:

Amendment #	Amendment Date	Amendment Note
1	07/24/2026 10:15:53 AM	add reference guide