The proposed bill seeks to modify Contract No. CW103084 with NCS Pearson, Inc. to exercise option year two, which will extend the contract period from February 21, 2025, to February 20, 2026, with a not-to-exceed amount of $4,753,242. Under this modification, Pearson will continue to provide essential services related to item and test development, administration, scoring, and psychometric services for assessments in English language arts/literacy, mathematics, and science for District students in grades 3-8 and high school. Additionally, Pearson will manage a technical advisory committee to support these assessments.

The contract modification is in compliance with the District's budgetary provisions, as confirmed by the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, which certifies that the necessary funds are available for the contract's execution. The proposed contractor, Pearson, is also confirmed to be current with its District taxes, ensuring compliance with the Clean Hands requirement. All other terms and conditions of the original contract remain unchanged.