Bid guide
How to bid on Instructional Resources for Six CTE Courses for DoWEA
What the agency is buying
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is seeking information from contractors who can provide standards-aligned digital instructional resources for six Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses. These courses are Digital Imaging, Digital Media, Digital Publishing, Video Communications II, Video Communications III, and Web Design.
The agency also expects the work to include professional learning and technical support related to these resources. DoWEA anticipates making one award for this effort, with performance expected from March 2027 through March 2032. This is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in educational technology and curriculum development.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a solicitation for bids. Responses are due by August 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. This deadline is for providing information to the agency for their planning purposes.
A future solicitation, such as a Request for Quote (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP), is expected to be posted on SAM.gov during the December 2026 to January 2027 timeframe. Responding to this RFI is not required to bid on any future solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies with expertise in developing and providing digital instructional resources for career and technical education. Firms specializing in digital media, web design, and video communications curricula, particularly those with experience in K-12 or similar educational settings, would be a good fit.
Vendors should be capable of offering standards-aligned content, professional development for educators, and ongoing technical support for digital learning platforms.
How to respond
To access the RFI document, you need to go to the original source portal. Click the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view the attached documents, though this is not always necessary for every bid. Once you have the RFI document, follow its specific instructions for submitting your information by the August 21, 2026, 1:00 PM ET deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, focus on clearly demonstrating your capabilities and experience relevant to the agency's stated needs. Since this is for planning, provide detailed information about your existing digital resources for the specified CTE courses, highlighting how they align with current educational standards.
Describe your approach to professional learning and technical support. Even though it's an RFI, a well-structured and informative response can help the agency understand the market and potentially shape a future solicitation in a way that aligns with your strengths. Ensure your response addresses all questions or areas of interest outlined in the RFI document.
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.
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