Single Source for proprietary Achieve 3000 software

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) is seeking a single source provider for its proprietary Achieve3000 educational software and related services. FSDB currently utilizes Achieve3000's Differential Literacy Solution educational online services and Technical and Data Support services, and the estimated contract value shall not exceed $21,300. Achieve3000, Inc. located in Lakewood, NJ is the intended sole source provider, as they are the only provider of the Achieve3000 Literacy, Achieve3000 Math, Actively Learn, eScience3000, and Smarty Ants educational online services, as well as the LevelSet assessment, which utilize Achieve3000's proprietary, patented technology, copyrighted materials, trade secrets, and source code. The justification for this single source acquisition is that these Achieve3000 services may only be utilized with the permission of Achieve3000, as they own or license the proprietary elements. The primary contact for any questions is Kim Whitwam, Director of Purchasing at FSDB.

This is not a competitive solicitation, but rather a notice of the intended decision to enter into a single source contract, as required by Florida statutes. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, as Achieve3000, Inc. is the sole source provider. There is no incumbent vendor, and the contract value is not to exceed $21,300.