High School World History Curriculum Adoption

The Des Moines Independent Community School District is seeking a qualified vendor to provide a comprehensive, inquiry‑based high‑school World History curriculum that aligns with Iowa’s new social‑studies standards. The contract includes digital curriculum platforms, teacher resources, built‑in assessments, support for multilingual learners and students with IEPs, differentiation for advanced learners, and ongoing professional development. The district expects a total budget of $200,000 for the 10th‑grade World History program, with an initial one‑year term renewable up to four additional years. Proposals must be submitted electronically by 2:00 PM CT on 23 Oct 2026; questions are due by 1:00 AM CT on 9 Oct 2026. • Scope: K‑12 social‑studies curriculum, specifically high‑school World History (10th grade). • Deliverables: Digital curriculum, teacher guides, assessments, multilingual/IEP support, professional training, and ongoing vendor assistance. • Estimated users: ~2,000 students and 30 teachers. • Budget: $200,000 (high‑school component). • Contract term: 1 year, with possible renewal for up to four additional years. • Submission: PDF via district portal, max 30 pages, no fax/email copies accepted. • Evaluation criteria: alignment to standards, instructional quality, differentiation, assessment system, digital platform usability, professional learning, vendor support.