Bid guide
How to bid on Early Literacy Professional Learning and Coaching for MA DESE
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is looking for one or more partners to provide professional learning and coaching services across the state. This work focuses on early literacy for educator preparation programs. The goal is to support programs that prepare teacher candidates for Early Childhood, Elementary, and Moderate Disabilities PK-2/PK-8 licensure roles. This is an opportunity for organizations to help shape how future educators are trained in early literacy.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on September 28, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is November 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time. Late submissions may not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms or organizations with expertise in education, specifically in developing and delivering professional learning and coaching for early literacy. Vendors experienced in working with educator preparation programs and teacher candidates in Early Childhood, Elementary, or Moderate Disabilities PK-2/PK-8 licensure roles will find this relevant. The category for this work is education services.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full bid documents, you can view the original source on COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal. You do not need an account to view the bid or download documents. If you plan to submit an electronic quote, you will need to register for a free COMMBUYS vendor account. Otherwise, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your understanding of early literacy best practices and the specific needs of educator preparation programs. Highlight your experience in developing and delivering professional learning and coaching. Provide concrete examples of past successes in similar projects. Ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Pay close attention to the submission instructions and deadlines to ensure your response is complete and submitted on time.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Department of Elementary and Secondary Education; the original posting controls.