1-RFP 26-09 Public Meeting Notice-Open.pdf

This is a Public Meeting Notice from the School Board of St. Lucie County, Florida, announcing a public opening for RFP# 26-09 for Contracted Services/Staffing for Exceptional Student Education & Student Services. The public opening is scheduled for February 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM at 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986. The RFP seeks proposals from qualified firms to assist the Exceptional Student Education Department in providing services to students who qualify under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act of 2004 (IDIA), as well as other students identified by School Board staff or as required by legislature. The proposal submission deadline was September 16, 2025, with a posting date of August 17, 2025, allowing approximately 30 days for bidder preparation. The contract is structured as an annual agreement with potential for renewal.

Prospective vendors must complete mandatory documentation including the Offeror Information Form, E-Verify Affidavit, Debarment Affidavit, and Lobbying Disclosure Form as part of the submission requirements. Evaluation criteria are anticipated to include professional qualifications, experience with the target student populations, staffing capabilities, and compliance with all required documentation. Bidders should demonstrate comprehensive expertise in providing specialized educational support services and present detailed staffing plans with appropriate professional credentials. The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations, budget amounts, or specific pricing terms in the available documentation, though vendors should anticipate standard local government procurement requirements typical of Florida educational institutions.