Single Source provider for Parchment Award by Instructure proprietary software subscription license

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is intent on awarding a single-source contract to Instructure for a proprietary software subscription to Parchment Award, a digital credential exchange platform designed for educational institutions. This procurement is not a competitive solicitation but is being conducted under statutory authority pursuant to §287.057(5)(c), F.S., §120.57(3), F.S., and Rule 60A-1.045, F.A.C., with an advertisement period running from May 22, 2026, to May 28, 2026. The software serves as a comprehensive solution for managing, sending, and receiving digital transcripts and academic credentials in multiple formats including PDF, TIFF, XML, EDI, and paper, while also providing administrative tools for tracking order volume, delivery methods, user activity, and credential types. The platform supports universal receipt of transcripts from any exchange and includes dedicated, FERPA-compliant storefronts for third parties such as employers and background check firms to request records on behalf of learners. The system is required to meet stringent data security and compliance standards, including SOC II Data Center Audit certification and PCI Compliance for secure payment processing, and leverages patented secure PDF technology to ensure document integrity. The contract falls under NAICS code 43232300 for data management and query software, with associated commodities covering educational or reference software and educational guidance services. The place of performance is in Florida, although the period of performance, pricing, and contract value are not specified in the notice, and those details are referenced externally in the original single source advertisement. Protest procedures are governed by Florida statutes, requiring written notice of protest within 72 hours of intent to award and a formal protest within ten days, with potential requirement of a protest bond under §28-110-005, F.S. No competitive evaluation criteria or deliverables beyond the described capabilities are outlined, as this is strictly a single-source action based on the unique and proprietary nature of the Parchment Award solution.