Administration of Continuing Education Units for the Water Well Contractor Program

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking proposals for the Administration of Continuing Education Units for the Water Well Contractor Program through RFP 2025002. This procurement aims to contract with a qualified vendor to manage continuing education (CE) requirements for water well contractor licensure and renewal. The selected administrator will be responsible for identifying and approving course providers and instructors, developing and approving coursework, managing a CE program website and database, and submitting quarterly and annual reports to the Department. Key deliverables include maintaining a comprehensive CE program that supports water well contractor licensing in accordance with Florida's regulatory requirements. The RFP specifies a five-year initial contract term with potential for up to five additional renewal years. Proposals are due by November 25, 2024, with the DEP evaluating respondents based on their demonstrated experience in the water well construction industry, nonprofit management expertise, and ability to meet the technical and administrative program requirements. The Department intends to make a single award but reserves the right to award to multiple respondents or make no award.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Respondents must be a nonprofit entity with specific managerial expertise in administering CE programs related to water well contracting. While no specific budget range is provided in the available documentation, the comprehensive nature of the program suggests a substantial administrative contract. The RFP indicates that the successful vendor will need to have substantial infrastructure to support the CE program, including a robust website, database management capabilities, and systems for course and instructor approval. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing contractors currently managing this program. The procurement appears to be a comprehensive restructuring or new implementation of the Water Well Contractor CE administration, requiring a vendor with specialized knowledge of water well industry requirements and educational program management.