K-1 Reading Intervention Resources

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) has issued this pre-solicitation notice for K-1 digital reading intervention resources under solicitation number HE125426QE049. This requirement is classified under NAICS 513130 Book Publishers and PSC U009 Education/Training- General. The procurement is designated as an 8AN 8AN set-aside, and performance will take place in Alexandria, Virginia. The response deadline for this notice is April 17, 2026.

The agency intends to award a sole-source bridge action to Benchmark Education Company to maintain continuity of instruction and prevent disruption to existing literacy programs. Market research conducted between December 2025 and February 2026 indicated that the incumbent vendor is the only identified source with access to the specific materials currently integrated into the DoDEA instructional framework. This bridge action is designed to mitigate operational risks, such as retraining requirements and service delivery delays, while a full and open competition is prepared for fiscal year 2027.

The administrative record for this notice includes three attachments: two versions of a synopsis document and a Performance Work Statement. Micaela Fernandez serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement. Supporting justification for the sole-source award will be maintained in the contract file.