Ebix, Inc. Health Illustrated Encyclopedia Licenses

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is conducting a single-source procurement for Ebix, Inc.'s Health Illustrated Encyclopedia Licenses, specifically for the FloridaHealthFinder.gov website. The procurement (PUR 7776) seeks computer software licensing services for a three-year term, with an estimated total cost of $143,550. The deliverables include comprehensive digital health content comprising over 3,000 illustrations, 22,000 searchable assets, 8,800 articles, and 120 high-definition videos covering medical conditions, procedures, and health topics. The procurement requires a vendor capable of providing XSLT transformation for XML to HTML conversion, quarterly content updates of approximately 600 articles, and compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards. The solicitation was posted on February 25, 2025, with a final date for receipt of information on March 18, 2025. The licensing will support an interactive health care information portal developed in collaboration with Cloud Navigator Inc., enabling consumers to access detailed medical information and facility comparisons.

The procurement appears to be a non-restricted, single-source acquisition specifically targeting Ebix, Inc. based on their unique capabilities and technical sophistication. No specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions were mentioned in the documentation. The agency conducted extensive market research and determined that Ebix's solution is unmatched in its comprehensive database, visual support, and technical integration capabilities. The existing technology infrastructure involves integration with the FloridaHealthFinder.gov website and Cloud Navigator Inc.'s development platform. The contract's annual value is $47,850, with a total three-year contract value of $143,550. The procurement is specifically for Leon County within the state of Florida, and the contract aims to provide a sophisticated, interactive health information resource for state residents.