Sole Source - Educational Impact

The state of Florida, specifically the School District of Manatee County, is pursuing a sole source procurement for Educational Impact's Online Professional Development Academy, a comprehensive digital learning platform for educators, paraprofessionals, and administrators. The procurement seeks to acquire an online content provider offering over 400 customized professional development courses, with a total estimated contract value of $75,000.00. Educational Impact, located in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is being certified as the exclusive provider of these specialized online training resources, which will be accessible through their dedicated web platform (www.educationalimpact.info/courses). The sole source certification is being processed in accordance with Florida Statute 287.057(3), which allows direct procurement without traditional competitive bidding. The opportunity was posted on May 2, 2025, with a submission deadline of May 30, 2024, and requires vendors to demonstrate unique, specialized professional development content not available from other providers. Key deliverables include an online learning management system with comprehensive course offerings tailored specifically for educational professionals.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations mentioned in the documentation. The procurement appears to be open to the incumbent vendor, Educational Impact Inc., as a sole source provider. The existing technology infrastructure will require integration with the school district's current learning management systems, with the vendor responsible for ensuring seamless access and functionality. The contract appears to be structured for the 2024-2025 academic year, with a maximum budget of $75,000.00. The procurement documentation indicates that the vendor will provide direct access to their online professional development platform, with courses designed to enhance educator skills and professional capabilities. Contact for further information is available through George Elias, President and CEO of Educational Impact Inc., suggesting potential opportunities for vendor communication and clarification during the procurement process.