Single Source provider for LAZEL, Inc. Learning A-Z licensed software

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) is seeking to procure licensed software and training for LAZEL Learning A-Z curriculum materials for the fiscal year 2026-2027, with an estimated contract value not to exceed $12,100. The solicitation identifies LAZEL, Inc., located in Tucson, Arizona, as the intended sole source provider due to their exclusive ownership of several key educational products and registered trademarks in the United States. These products include Reading A-Z, Raz-Kids, Raz-Plus (including the ELL edition), Headsprout, Science A-Z, Writing A-Z, Vocabulary A-Z, Pre-printed Learning A-Z Resources, and others, all of which are integral to the FSDB’s instructional offerings. The contract is issued under solicitation number SS-26-160 and is designated as a single-source acquisition, reflecting the unique availability of these materials only from LAZEL, Inc. The agency's point of contact is Kim Whitwam, who can be reached via email or phone for further information. The solicitation was posted on May 19, 2026, with a response deadline of June 10, 2026. The service will be performed within the state of Florida, aligning with FSDB's educational mission, and falls under the NAICS code 43232500. This procurement supports the school’s commitment to providing specialized learning resources tailored to the needs of its students.