Florida Military Benefits Guides

The Florida Department of Commerce is soliciting sealed bids from qualified graphic design firms under solicitation 26-ITB-004-KP for the development and publication of the Florida Military Benefits Guide. The selected contractor will be responsible for reviewing and verifying the accuracy of statutory, regulatory, and programmatic content, and producing the guide in three formats: print bound copies following Commerce Brand Guidelines, a web-formatted version, and a mobile-device version. The project includes the distribution of 6,000 bound copies to designated military installations and the department. The anticipated contract period runs from August 2026 through July 2028, with the possibility of two one-year renewals based on satisfactory performance and fund availability. This is a fixed-price contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets all qualification gates. Key performance obligations include completing the initial content review within 120 calendar days of execution, with a penalty of 375 dollars per business day for delays. Bidders must provide comprehensive certifications, including drug-free workplace, non-debarment, and forced labor attestations. The contract requires adherence to Florida law, including the Florida Public Records Act, and mandates specific insurance coverages, including commercial general liability and workers compensation. Final acceptance of deliverables is contingent upon the department's approval of both the content and the production quality of the printed materials.