Single Source provider for Florida Reading & Vision Technology

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is procuring assistive technology devices—including Explore 8 handheld video magnifiers, CloverBook Pro units, Index Basic-D V5 Braille Embossers, and Dot Pad X units—for fiscal year 2026–2027 through a single-source acquisition from Florida Reading & Vision Technology, the exclusive authorized reseller and service provider for the manufacturers of these products. The estimated contract value does not exceed $75,100, and the procurement is justified under Florida Statute §287.057(3) due to the vendor’s sole authorization to distribute and service these specific assistive devices, which are critical for students with visual and hearing impairments. No competitive bidding process is conducted, as no other vendor can provide the exact equipment or the specialized technical support and service capabilities required by the school. The solicitation number is SS-26-158, posted on May 19, 2026, with responses due by June 10, 2026, and all submissions must be sent via email to the designated purchasing director. The place of performance is in Florida, with delivery intended for the school’s location, though exact delivery points and FOB terms are not specified. The NAICS code 41111700 applies, aligning the acquisition with viewing instruments and communication aids for the physically challenged, inherently supporting ADA and Section 508 accessibility mandates. No formal contract clauses, inspection criteria, packaging standards, or line-item pricing details are included in the notice, and no vendor representations, certifications, or socioeconomic designations are required or provided. The vendor’s technical support authorization and exclusive distribution rights form the sole basis for award, with no evaluation factors beyond this exclusivity. Payment details, accounting codes, and contract administration roles beyond the primary contact are not fully detailed in the documentation.