FY 26/27: Blanket purchase order for the period July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 to provide expert…

The Florida Department of Children and Families issued a blanket purchase order (Contract No. C78EC9) effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with a total contract value of $2,499.00. The contract was awarded to provide expert witness services on an as-needed basis for dependency and termination of parental rights trials and hearings. Services include case review, consultation, report preparation, deposition and testimony delivery (in person, telephonic, or virtual formats), travel time, and standby time. The fee structure establishes a rate of $100.00 per hour for expert witness services and $75.00 per hour for case review activities.

The authorized contact for this contract is Christine Kanhai at the Florida Department of Children and Families, reachable at (813) 496-2500 or christine.kanhai@myflfamilies.com. This blanket purchase order replaces the prior authorization (PO# C5BFF5 PR762034) and is structured to provide flexible access to qualified expert witness resources throughout the fiscal year 2026-27 performance period. The contract terms support the Department's child welfare legal proceedings through specialized professional expertise.