Basic Abilities Testing

The Florida Department of Corrections Master Agreement 17032 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) designed to provide Basic Abilities Testing (BAT) for correctional institution candidates statewide. The contract enables the procurement of comprehensive testing services, including test materials, administrator manuals, study guides, and practice tests. Specifically, the IDV supports the evaluation of prospective correctional candidates through a standardized testing process that meets Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved standards, with an estimated 4,000 tests administered annually at a unit price of $12.00 per test.

The master agreement was awarded to Morris & McDaniel, Inc. on May 30, 2017, with an initial contract period from May 22, 2017, to May 29, 2018, and subsequently extended through November 29, 2019. The contract is a competitive, state-level master agreement covering the entire state of Florida, with a contract type classified as a Master Agreement. The total estimated annual contract value is $48,000, with provisions for a one-year initial term and the option to renew under the same pricing, terms, and conditions. The testing process includes a 25-minute pre-study period and a two-hour exam, delivered through paper format and secure testing website accounts.