Accessible Communication for the Deaf, Inc.

The Florida Master Agreement D0069 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on providing American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services for emergency-related contexts, specifically during gubernatorial press briefings for deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences. The contract requires vendors to deliver in-person ASL interpretation services on short notice and at any location within the awarded region, with the primary objective of supporting the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) and the Executive Office of the Governor (EOG) during emergency and disaster events.

The master agreement is awarded to IU, LLC DBA Accessible Communication for the Deaf (ACD), with a contract period from January 7, 2022, to June 30, 2024, and an option for a three-year renewal. The contract covers seven regions of Florida, with a pricing structure of $70 per hour for normal and after-business hours. The total contract value is $50,400 per region, and vendors must provide certified ASL interpreters available 24/7, capable of responding within three hours and having completed Level 2 background screenings. The contract is a Master Agreement type, specifically tailored to emergency communication services within the state of Florida.