English Language Proficiency Assessment Service

The Nebraska Department of Education in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a vendor to provide a comprehensive English language proficiency assessment package at a competitive and reasonable cost. The agency needs to solve the problem of screening potential English language learners and conducting annual summative assessments for identified English language learners in both regular and alternate education programs. The scope of work covers providing an Alternate English Language Proficiency Screener and an Alternate English Language Proficiency Assessment, while strictly adhering to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. The agency limits eligibility to onshore United States organizations only. The selected vendor must perform all work offsite. The contract period will span five years, and the agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget. The agency requires all questions regarding this opportunity to be submitted no later than July 1, 2026. Evaluation criteria will focus on the vendor's ability to deliver the complete assessment package within the specified privacy guidelines and cost parameters.