EPD Cyber Security /A. I. Training

The City of Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Emergency Preparedness Division is requesting bids for cyber security and artificial intelligence training services under ITB 18075-26, with bids due August 21, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. This is a one-time purchase, all-or-none award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Training must be delivered at Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, 515 North Julia Street, 3rd Floor, Jacksonville, Florida and completed no later than 12 months from award or September 30, 2027, whichever comes first. The question cutoff is August 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., and no pre-bid conference is scheduled.

A Buy American Preference applies: vendors offering at least 51% American-manufactured, assembled, or produced goods who bid within 5% of the lowest responsive and responsible bid receive preference, contingent on supporting documentation. Bidders must respond with full quantity on all line items to be considered for award. Pricing must be submitted using the City's provided template with firm pricing for the first year; all unit prices must include freight, delivery, and handling.

Bidders must be legally authorized to do business in Duval County and provide proof of applicable local business licenses. Comprehensive insurance is required: general liability of $2 million, workers compensation at Florida statutory limits, and professional liability of $1 million per claim and aggregate. Bid submission is through the City's 1Cloud e-procurement system and must include federal funding attachments and a conflict of interest statement. This project may be partly or wholly federally funded, requiring compliance with C.F.R. 200.317–326, including debarment and lobbying certifications and federal labor standards. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and may utilize the contract for future purchases by other governmental agencies.