The Department is seeking proposals for an online computer-based solution to develop and provide the statewide early literacy assessment that serves our K-3 population, known as the Idaho Reading Indicator, or IRI, pursuant to Idaho Code section 33-1806. This assessment program system will encompass a screener, progress monitoring, and an end-of-grade summative assessment. It is imperative that the screener meets the dyslexia screener requirements outlined in Idaho Code section 33-1811, as well as complies with the mandates of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The proposed solution will outline professional development for Idaho educators and other educational partners. Additionally, the Offeror must be on the Idaho State Board of Education’s literacy intervention tools approved vendor list identified in Idaho Code section 33-1807 to meet the intent of Idaho Literacy Achievement and Accountability Act. The proposed solution shall align to the depth and breadth and degree of the Idaho Content Standards for English Language Arts/Literacy and Idaho Comprehensive Literacy Plan.
