Professional Learning Management System (PLMS) for Columbia Public School District

This contract awards the Columbia Public School District a one‑year Professional Learning Management System (PLMS) to support staff development and training. PowerSchool Group, LLC will provide the software license, initial configuration, and ongoing maintenance for a total cost of $52,994.48. The procurement process was competitive, with four vendors submitting proposals and two advancing to interview stages before the final decision. The award reflects the district’s need for an integrated, cloud‑based learning platform that can manage courses, track professional development credits, and generate reporting for compliance. • Scope: SaaS PLMS platform, annual license plus one‑time set‑up fee. • Selection: PowerSchool Group, LLC chosen after interviews (5 Mar 2024) and user‑group demo (7 Mar 2024). • Budget: Approximately $53 K for the first year, no multi‑year term disclosed.