AMD 1 Grades 6-12 Suicide Prevention Instructional Resources and Screeners

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA) has issued solicitation HE125426QE011 for systemic suicide prevention instructional resources and screeners serving students in grades 6 through 12. This requirement includes an evidence-based student suicide prevention curriculum capable of delivery as a single stand-alone classroom lesson, supported by research demonstrating reduced suicides and attempts. The contractor will provide digital instructional resources for approximately 14,175 middle school students across 60 schools and approximately 12,750 high school students across 40 schools. The scope further entails a screening tool aligned with the curriculum to identify students at risk of self-harm, alongside related virtual professional learning and technical support.

Classified under NAICS 513130, Book Publishers, and PSC U009, Education/Training- General, this procurement has no designated set-aside. DODEA expects to award a single contract to fulfill the requirement across various school configurations within the United States. Amendment 1 was issued to provide answers to questions received regarding the solicitation, though the initial response deadline remains March 12, 2026.

The solicitation includes 11 total attachments, such as the Performance Work Statement, an accessibility requirements document, a cloud computing questionnaire, and a past performance questionnaire. Eric Mensah serves as the point of contact for this combined synopsis and solicitation. All digital resources and services provided must demonstrate effectiveness in reducing suicidal behaviors and identifying at-risk students within the specified grade bands.