What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Florida Department of Elder Affairs seeks competitive bids for independent evaluation services for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) curricula submitted for approval. The selected vendor will perform offsite reviews of initial and revised curricula against statutory and Department standards, document findings on a Department-approved Review Worksheet, participate in conference calls, and maintain evaluation records. Eligible bidders must be onshore USA organizations registered in MyFloridaMarketPlace with verifiable experience and a Qualifying Individual who is a Department-approved ADRD training provider holding an active Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer certification. Bidders must submit their electronic bids, including all mandatory certifications and the Price Page, to [email protected] by November 25, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET. Written inquiries must be emailed to Procurement Officer Justin Taylor at [email protected] by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET.
Scope of work
- Conduct initial reviews of assigned ADRD curricula for compliance with statutory and Department standards.
- Conduct subsequent reviews of revised curricula to verify previously identified deficiencies are addressed.
- Complete and submit a Department-approved Review Worksheet for each initial and subsequent review.
- Provide comprehensive written feedback on curriculum strengths, deficiencies, and recommended revisions.
- Participate in conference calls or meetings with Department personnel to discuss evaluation findings.
- Submit quarterly invoices with supporting completed Review Worksheets.
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Minimum Bidder Qualifications and Responsiveness | Not specified |
| Lowest Evaluated Total Bid Price | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Verifiable experience providing training, curriculum development, or curriculum evaluation.
- Registered as a vendor in MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) and maintain State of Florida business registrations.
- Sufficient organizational capacity to complete assigned reviews within 30 calendar days.
- Qualifying Individual who is a Department-approved ADRD training provider.
- Qualifying Individual must maintain an active Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) certification.
- Qualifying Individual must have demonstrated experience in ADRD, curriculum development, and compliance evaluation.
- Qualifying Individual must demonstrate knowledge of section 430.5025, Florida Statutes, and Department ADRD requirements.
- Disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest.
Documents to include with your response
- Attachment I – Price Page
- Attachment II – Bidder's Contact Information and Certification
- Attachment III – Certification of a Drug Free Workplace Program form (if applicable)
- Attachment IV – Minimum Qualifications Certification and Documentation
- Attachment VI – Vendor Certification Form (PUR 7801)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via email
- Instructions
- Submit electronically to [email protected] with the ITB number and bid opening date/time clearly marked in the email title. Must contain the entire Bid including all supporting and signed documents.