STEAM Kits and Training Programs (Early Learning)

The Early Learning Coalition of Brevard County, Inc., a nonprofit organization in Florida, is issuing a Request for Proposal to design, produce, and distribute up to 5,000 age-appropriate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) learning kits for children enrolled in early learning centers throughout Brevard County. The procurement encompasses comprehensive deliverables including kit development aligned with early childhood standards, delivery of 200 kits to the ELC office by March 25, 2026, distribution of remaining kits to participating schools, and teacher training programs available through in-person sessions, virtual workshops, or on-demand modules with completion required by June 30, 2026. Additional required deliverables include ongoing teacher support such as coaching, resource guides, and help desk access. Qualified respondents must demonstrate relevant experience in designing and producing educational kits, provide evidence of success with at least three funded proposals preferably in early learning or education sectors, possess knowledge of early learning funding opportunities, and provide qualified personnel assignments. Evaluation criteria include demonstrated experience, success with prior funded proposals, early learning funding knowledge, personnel qualifications, proposed methodology and work plan, cost-effectiveness, and client references. The RFP was issued January 28, 2026, with a deadline for questions on February 4, 2026, proposals due March 2, 2026, contractor selection targeted for March 13, 2026, and an anticipated contract start date of March 16, 2026. Physical proposals must be submitted to Becky Hayslip at the ELC office located at 2671 W Eau Gallie Boulevard, Suite 102, Melbourne, FL 32935.

The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular organization types or disadvantaged enterprises, indicating the procurement is open to qualified vendors. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The contractor must comply with extensive federal and state requirements including Equal Employment Opportunity regulations, the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, Clean Air Act and Federal Water Pollution Control Act compliance (for contracts exceeding $150,000), Byrd Anti-Lobbying Certification (for contracts over $100,000), Drug Free Workplace requirements, E-Verify employment verification, debarment and suspension certifications, and Davis-Bacon Act compliance. The contractor must maintain records for five years following contract completion and comply with Florida public records laws, confidentiality requirements, and security incident notification procedures, with breaches requiring notification within 24 hours. Total compensation for this project shall not exceed $300,000, with the budget required to encompass all costs associated with kit development, materials, production, delivery, training, ongoing supports, and project management.