Bid guide
How to bid on statewide student assessment services for the Nevada Department of Education
What the Nevada Department of Education is buying
The Nevada Department of Education needs a vendor to provide statewide student assessment services. This work is required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
The services include math and English Language Arts testing for grades 3-8, science testing for grades 5 and 8 and high school, and an alternate assessment for students with significant cognitive disabilities. Related services are also part of the scope.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 28, 2026. The deadline for submissions is October 01, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
Late submissions will not be considered. Ensure you allow enough time to complete your submission before the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in developing and administering large-scale student assessment programs. Vendors should have experience with state-level educational testing requirements, particularly those mandated by federal acts like ESSA.
The category for this work is professional services, specifically related to educational assessment and data management.
How to respond to Solicitation 30DOE-S3984
The full solicitation documents for 30DOE-S3984 are available on NevadaEPro, the State of Nevada procurement portal. You can view the bid details and documents without signing in.
To submit an electronic quote, you will need to register a free vendor account on the NevadaEPro portal. If you prefer not to submit electronically, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents. Contact Chuy Ampudia at [email protected] for questions.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, especially the scope of work and any attachments, to ensure your proposal addresses all requirements. Pay close attention to the specific testing requirements for each subject and grade level, as well as the alternate assessment.
Highlight your firm's experience with similar statewide assessment projects and your understanding of ESSA requirements. Clearly articulate your methodology for test development, administration, scoring, and reporting. Provide clear evidence of your capacity to manage a project of this scale and complexity.
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 Education; the original posting controls.