Single Source provider for curriculum toolkits from American Reading Company

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is procuring curriculum toolkits for grades K–5 exclusively from American Reading Company under a single-source acquisition for Fiscal Year 2026–2027, with a not-to-exceed amount of $6,900.00. This non-competitive purchase is justified because American Reading Company holds proprietary rights and exclusive distribution licenses for SchoolPace®, IRLA®, eENIL®, and SchoolPace Connect®—materials that are copyrighted, developed in collaboration with district leaders, and legally unavailable from any other vendor. Reproduction, modification, or distribution of these resources through third-party platforms is strictly prohibited without written consent from the company. The solicitation, identified as SS-27-015, was posted on June 19, 2026, with responses due by July 13, 2026, and all submissions must be sent via email to Kim Whitwam, Director of Purchasing. Delivery is expected to FSDB facilities in Florida, though specific delivery details, FOB terms, packaging requirements, inspection criteria, or quality standards are not outlined. The procurement does not involve competitive evaluation factors, formal contract clauses, or offeror certifications, as the acquisition relies entirely on the exclusivity of the intellectual property. No line-item breakdowns, quantities, or pricing details beyond the total ceiling amount are provided, and no attachments, representations, or special contractual requirements beyond intellectual property restrictions are included.