ADD NO 03-DCF RFP 2324 107.pdf

This is Addendum No. 03 to the Request for Proposals issued by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) for Workforce Leadership Development and Behavioral Outcomes Training (Solicitation Number: DCF RFP 2324 107). The addendum updates the project timeline, with the written questions deadline set for July 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and the Department's answers to questions anticipated for September 23, 2025. The response deadline has been extended to October 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with the public response opening scheduled for the same date at 2:00 PM via video conference. The anticipated posting of award has been extended to November 12, 2025. The contract encompasses a comprehensive consulting and training engagement across six state regions, requiring providers to conduct a Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis, develop an Annual Training Plan, and deliver targeted leadership development training for Program Administrators, Operations Managers, Family Navigators, and other leadership personnel. Deliverables include Initial and Annual Training Plans, Workforce Leadership Training delivery across in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats, Quarterly Reports, and Annual Coaching and Consultation Reports. The contract is anticipated to commence on November 1, 2025, with an initial three-year duration.

The RFP utilizes a comprehensive scoring methodology allocating up to 784 points for programmatic elements and 200 points for financial considerations, structured as a cost-reimbursable agreement with providers compensated based on actual verified training delivery costs. Providers must demonstrate the ability to ensure 85% knowledge increase in post-training assessments and 80% attendee satisfaction, and facilitate up to six training sessions per region annually. Financial consequences are embedded in the contract, including $100 daily penalties for late report submissions or missed deliverable deadlines. The RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Responses must be submitted through the Florida Marketplace portal at https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/, with the public opening accessible via video conference link and phone dial-in options provided.