The proposed bill seeks to approve Contract No. GAGA-2025-C-0155 with Great Minds, PBC, for a total of $1,380,713.54, aimed at providing K-5 print and digital curriculum materials, specifically the Eureka Math Squared curriculum, which aligns with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. The contract is set to run from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026, and is exempt from competition due to the copyrighted nature of the materials. The bill emphasizes the contractor's qualifications, including a strong history of supplying educational materials to DC Public Schools since 2016, and outlines the requirements for delivering comprehensive math resources, including student and teacher materials, by August 25, 2025.
Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for electronic delivery of notices and disclosures through the DocuSign system, allowing recipients to consent to receive communications electronically while providing options to withdraw consent for paper copies. It specifies the procedures for requesting paper copies and outlines the necessary hardware and software requirements for accessing electronic documents. The bill also modifies the dispute resolution process, streamlining claims handling and enhancing compliance, while ensuring that contractors maintain adequate insurance coverage and adhere to employment practices that promote local hiring and fair treatment.