Office of Public and Professional Guardians

This contract between the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Fifth Circuit Public Guardian Corporation establishes the provision of public guardianship services for incapacitated persons who lack willing family or friends to serve as guardians and do not possess the assets to pay for professional services. Operating under the Office of Public and Professional Guardians, the agreement ensures that vulnerable individuals receive necessary guardianship and guardian advocacy services. The contract term runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, and includes strict requirements for federal law compliance, E-Verify verification, and non-profit reporting. The financial scope of the agreement was initially set at a total value not to exceed 961,012.08 dollars, but was subsequently increased via Amendment One by 240,146.63 dollars, bringing the total contract amount to 1,201,158.71 dollars. This amendment also updated the schedule of deliverables to refine reporting requirements, service hours, and payment schedules through 2026 to ensure the effective delivery of guardianship services.