Intent to Award Single Source provider to Newsela

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind has issued a notice of intent to award a single-source procurement to Newsela under advertisement number IA-26-138, with the advertisement period running from May 19 to May 22, 2026. This procurement is not competitive and is authorized under Florida statutes §287.057(5)(c), §120.57(3), and Rule 60A-1.045, F.A.C., which permit non-competitive acquisitions under specific conditions. The acquisition covers educational or reference software, curriculum guides, and educational technology, identified under NAICS code 43232500, with the place of performance located in Florida. No pricing details, contract line items, or estimated value are disclosed, as this notice serves solely as an announcement of intent to award without soliciting bids or proposals. All inquiries must be directed to Kim Whitwam, Director of Purchasing, via the provided email address. While the notice references an original advertisement number and version, it does not include a formal contract, detailed statement of work, delivery schedule, inspection requirements, payment terms, or specified contract type such as FFP or IDIQ. No FAR clauses, representations, certifications, or special requirements beyond the statutory authority for single-source procurement are contained within the document. The absence of Section B, C, E, G, H, and K data confirms this is an administrative notice rather than a fully executed contract, and the award is expected to proceed without competitive bidding or formal evaluation criteria.