GED_AND_ABE_SOFTWARE_FY26.pdf

RFQ

09172025

GED AND ABE SOFTWARE FY26

Escambia County

213 Palafox Place

Pensacola, FL 32502-5822

RELEASE DATE: September 19, 2025

DEADLINE FOR QUESTIONS: September 23, 2025

RESPONSE DEADLINE: September 26, 2025, 5:00 pm

RESPONSES MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO:

https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/escambiacountyfl https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/%7bproject.government.code%7d

Escambia County

RFQ

GED AND ABE SOFTWARE FY26

1. Introduction

2. Project Details

3. General Terms and Conditions

4. Vendor Submissions

Attachments:

A - Price Quote Sheet - GED and ABE Software

B - Software Assessment Application Questions

RFQ #09172025

Title: GED AND ABE SOFTWARE FY26

1. Introduction

1.1. Summary

Escambia County Corrections is requesting written quotes from qualified vendors to provide educational software solutions for delivering High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation and Adult Basic Education

(ABE) aligned with the GED and TABE assessments. This software will be used within a secure correctional or institutional setting to support adult learners in achieving academic milestones and career readiness.

This request is for a RFQ for FY26!

1.2. Contact Information

Reshonda Watson

Corrections Assistant Financial Manager

6400 North W Street

Pensacola, FL 32505-1711

Email: rcwatson@myescambia.com

Phone: (850) 595-3768

Department:

Corrections

1.3. Timeline

Release Project Date September 19, 2025

Question Submission Deadline September 23, 2025, 5:00pm

Question Response Deadline September 24, 2025, 5:00pm

Quote Submission Deadline September 26, 2025, 5:00pm

2. Project Details

2.1. Important Instructions for Electronic Submittal

Escambia County is accepting electronic quote submissions. Bidders shall create a FREE account with

OpenGov Procurement by signing up at https://procurement.opengov.com/signup. Once you have completed account registration, browse back to this page, click on "Submit Response", and follow the instructions to submit the electronic bid.

2.2. Scope of Work or Project Details

Scope of Work mailto:rcwatson@myescambia.com tel:(850)595-3768 https://procurement.opengov.com/governments/3340/signup

The selected vendor shall provide:

• Software licenses for GED and ABE preparation

• TABE-aligned instructional content and diagnostic tools

• Reporting and analytics capabilities for educators

• Administrator access for progress monitoring

• Offline or limited-internet deployment options (if applicable)

• Technical support and training for staff

Software Requirements

The proposed software must:

• Align with GED® testing standards and TABE 11/12 assessment frameworks

• Include content for Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies

• Support learners at multiple literacy and skill levels (ABE Levels 1–6)

• Include pre-assessments, diagnostics, and progress tracking

• Be accessible in secure environments (offline capability or limited internet)

• Offer user-friendly dashboards for educators and administrators

• Complete County’s IT Software Assessment

Vendors should provide pricing and details for the following: INCLUDE ON QUOTE PRICING SHEET

• GED Prep Software Licenses (user-based or site-based)

• ABE Curriculum Licenses

• TABE Diagnostic Tools and Practice Tests

• Implementation and Onboarding Services

• Technical Support and Maintenance

• Educator Training

Quote Submission Instructions

Please include the following in your quote:

• Detailed pricing sheet (attached)

• Software feature overview and system requirements

• Description of support and maintenance plans

3. General Terms and Conditions

Escambia County General Terms and Conditions apply to all Purchase Orders resulting from a request for quotes. See the full list of terms and conditions here:

https://myescambia.com/our-services/purchasing/vendor-registration/uniform-contract-format

If you are performing work on Escambia County property, you must provide proof of a certificate of insurance that meets the County’s standard requirements and lists Escambia County as an additional insured. Vendors should contact the designated department or project representative to confirm specific insurance requirements before proceeding with work.

4. Vendor Submissions

4.1. I understand that this is a written quote request not a formal bid or solicitation. *

☐ Yes

☐ No

*Response required

4.2. Quote Form *

Upload your SIGNED Quote form.

*Response required

4.3. Supporting Documents or Specifications for Quotes

Please upload any supporting documents for your quote here such as technical or detailed specifications for solution provided.

4.4. Proof of Sunbiz Registration*

Please provide proof of Sunbiz registration in your submission packet for the quote. Vendors outside the State of Florida are still eligible to participate in purchases with Escambia County, but you must register in Sunbiz before we can issue a payment or finalize the award.

*Response required

4.5. W-9*

Please Provide a copy of your W-9. If awarded the quote, the department will need your W9 to add you to our system for issuing a Purchase Order.

https://myescambia.com/our-services/purchasing/vendor-registration/uniform-contract-format

*Response required