For many services, the Department uses our MTAC (Multiple Task Award Contract)/PQS(Pre-Qualified Solicitation) process to award contracts. MTAC
gives schools greater choice and flexibility in selecting vendors for the services they need. When a school has a need for a specific service, the school sends an MTAC proposal request e-mail to a number of vendors. Vendors submit a proposal according to the criteria detailed in the MTAC. The requestor then evaluates the proposals based on which vendor's request is the "best value".
MTAC for Schools
Schools should use the link below to access the MTAC system. Please note this link is for department use ONLY, and will ONLY work from the department's network.
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MTAC/PQS for Schools
Click "Instructional Webcasts for Schools" under Key Documents for a tutorial
MTAC for Vendors
Only vendors that have a PQS contract can participate in the MTAC process. You can find the open PQS solicitations at Open PQS Procurements. Vendors that have such a contract can login to the Vendor Portal and click the "MTAC" link to learn more.
Click "Instructional Webcasts for Vendors" under Key Documents for a tutorial
Vendor Portal
The Vendor Portal (vPortal) is the Department of Education’s online management tool for our vendors. This tool is part of our ongoing effort to improve your vendor experience. Here you will find the tools to do business with the Department of Education in an effective and efficient way.
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