9Phase_I_Evaluation_Summary_and_Notice_of_Phase_II_Presentation.pdf

This is a Phase I Evaluation Summary and Notice of Phase II Presentation document issued by Polk County Public Schools in Bartow, Florida, regarding RFP 037-DW-0526 for Substitute Teaching Services. The solicitation seeks comprehensive substitute teaching services from qualified firms. Phase II presentations have been scheduled for July 21, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. at the District Admin Offices located at 1915 S. Floral Avenue, Bartow, FL 33830. Two firms have been shortlisted to proceed to Phase II presentations: Kelly Services and ESS Southeast, LLC. The procurement process includes a public meeting component in accordance with Florida Statutes Section 286.011 (Sunshine Law), with all meetings open to the public.

Phase I evaluation resulted in six proposals being scored, with Kelly Services ranking first at 95.67 points, followed by ESS Southeast, LLC at 91.33 points, EDUStaff, LLC at 65.00 points, Kokua Education, Inc. at 63.00 points, Spur Employment, Inc. at 62.00 points, and Busybee Teachers at 46.00 points. Inquiries regarding the solicitation and Phase II presentation details may be directed to denise.whitaker@polk-fl.net. Additional information is available at www.myvendorlink.com and the district's website at www.polkschoolsfl.com.