Professional Learning Platform Purchase for SSIP Implementation Sites in Florida

The Florida Department of Health’s Division of CMS, Bureau of Early Steps and Newborn Screening, is seeking to acquire a professional learning platform to support the implementation of the State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP) across various sites in Florida. This platform is essential for enhancing educator development and coaching by enabling local Early Steps providers to upload videos demonstrating their use of Embedded Practices for Intervention with Caregivers (EPIC) strategies. The purchase includes 3,350 user licenses annually, along with training, to ensure broad access and effective utilization at SSIP sites statewide. The Early Steps Program operates under Chapter 391, Part III of Florida Statutes, and aligns with federal requirements for early intervention programs to develop and implement SSIPs. The procurement is planned as a single-source purchase from Torsh, HIPAA Secure, Inc., under the authority of Florida Administrative Code Chapter 60A-1.045, reflecting the specialized nature of the platform and its current usage within the program. The solicitation, identified as AD-09273, was posted on May 30, 2024, with a response deadline of June 4, 2024. The contract size is estimated between $500,000 and $1,500,000, emphasizing the significant scope of this initiative. The project falls under the NAICS code 611710, which pertains to educational support services, and is managed by the Florida Department of Health, with primary contact Chris Lowery available for further inquiries. The platform’s deployment aims to strengthen early intervention efforts by providing a secure, HIPAA-compliant environment that supports ongoing professional development and video-based coaching for educators involved in the SSIP across Florida.