Single Source provider for Braille Plus braille transcription curriculum materials

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is procuring braille transcription services for the Benchmark Advance Florida Edition language arts curriculum for Grades 1–5 under a single-source acquisition for the 2026–2031 school years with a not-to-exceed value of $52,000. Braille Plus, LLC is the sole provider qualified to produce the required materials in Unified English Braille (UEB) format with embossing and tactile graphics that precisely align with the print versions, as no other entity can meet the technical specifications set by the school. The solicitation, numbered SS-27-013, was posted on June 19, 2026, with proposals due by July 13, 2026, and is justified under Florida Statutes §287.057(3) due to the unique capability of Braille Plus to deliver the specialized braille materials. The place of performance is Florida, where the finished products will be delivered and accepted by the school, though specific delivery point, FOB terms, and inspection protocol are not detailed. The contract does not include competitive evaluation factors, line-item pricing, or formal contract clauses typical of federal solicitations, and no representations, certifications, or socioeconomic status information from the vendor are provided. The primary point of contact is Kim Whitwam, Director of Purchasing, with all communication directed via email. No formal invoicing procedures, payment office details, accounting codes, or packaging specifications are outlined, and the acquisition is structured as a direct, non-competitive purchase based solely on the vendor’s exclusive ability to fulfill the technical requirements.