The School District of Philadelphia Board of Education is seeking to procure a comprehensive K‑12 assessment solution from Renaissance Learning, Inc. that will supply academic screeners, progress‑monitoring, diagnostic tools, and benchmark assessments for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, together with associated professional development and support services. The contract is valued at up to $6.6 million for a three‑year base period, with two optional one‑year extensions that could raise the total ceiling to $11.2 million. The district will fund the effort from its FY 27‑FY 29 operating budget, and the procurement was conducted through a competitive RFP process involving multiple district stakeholders.
• Scope: K‑12 assessments (ELA, Math, Science) plus support and professional development.
• Funding: FY 27‑29 operating budget, maximum $6.6 M base, $2.3 M per optional year.
• Governance: Awarded after competitive solicitation; oversight by the Board of Education and the district’s Evaluation, Research, and Accountability office.