Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI)

The Florida Department of Commerce, Division of Community Development, Office of Broadband, is soliciting a one-year subscription package for ArcGIS mapping software and the ESRI Advantage Program through an Intended Single Source Purchase (PUR 7776). This procurement is classified under UNSPSC 43233506 for map creation software and is being conducted by Leon County on behalf of the state of Florida. The primary objective is to acquire advanced mapping and geospatial analysis tools to support the tracking and administration of broadband infrastructure projects funded through the American Rescue Plan Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Key deliverables include mapping software capabilities, location analysis tools, funding deduplication features, live-data services and applications, stakeholder export functionality, and associated training credits. The contract term runs from May 2026 through May 2027. The notice was posted on April 21, 2026, with the deadline for prospective vendors to submit information regarding their ability to supply the described commodities or services set for May 12, 2026. The Office of Broadband intends to proceed with ESRI unless alternative qualified sources are identified during the review period.

ESRI, Inc. has been identified as the sole-source vendor due to the proprietary nature of the Enterprise Advantage Program, associated training credits, and mapping tools, which are exclusively owned, operated, and licensed by ESRI. The Office of Broadband currently operates an existing ArcGIS Online instance with ESRI that requires continued integration and support to effectively administer broadband-centric grants and conduct necessary analyses. No set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent eligibility have been specified in the procurement notice. The estimated total dollar amount for this single-source purchase is $222,705.00 for the one-year contract period. The purchase has received approval from multiple agency officials, including the Chief of Broadband Funding, Assistant Deputy Secretary, GIS Manager, Chief of General Services, and Purchasing Manager, indicating strong internal support for this acquisition to maintain continuity of critical broadband infrastructure mapping operations.