RFI for Instructional Resources Service

The Connecticut State Department of Education in Hartford is seeking information regarding an instructional resources service to support the state K-12 model curriculum. The agency intends to solve the challenge of preparing students for college, career, and civic life by enhancing evidence-based, standards-aligned instruction across all subject areas. This initiative aims to foster student inquiry, promote critical thinking, and support disciplinary literacy through culturally responsive and inclusive instructional approaches that address diverse learning needs. The requested scope of work covers the provision of instructional resources, supplemental instructional materials, and professional learning opportunities for district leaders and educators. The agency requires programs of study that integrate rigorous academic content with industry-relevant knowledge and technical skills for career and technical education. Additionally, the scope includes arts education that encompasses both discipline-specific study and integration with other content areas to support creative thinking and cultural understanding. Eligible respondents must be onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency allows the performance of the work to take place either onsite or offsite. The agency is currently looking for proposals to determine budget parameters and has not signaled a specific funding limit. Interested parties must submit all questions regarding this request for information no later than May 28, 2026.