Vocational Programming - Career and Technical Education (CTE) Services

The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a single-source provider for Vocational Programming Career and Technical Education (CTE) services, with the award justified for Florida Trade Academy (FTA). The contract is valued at 525,000 dollars and covers a performance period from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. Funded through Perkins V Grant funding, the scope of work involves managing vocational instruction and academic infrastructure within secondary education facilities across Florida. The primary objective is to provide students with industry-recognized certifications aligned with Florida's Master Credential List, specifically through bodies such as NCCER, SME, ServSafe, and the National Restaurant Association. The procurement is conducted as a single-source acquisition under Florida Statutes 120.57(3) and 287.057(3) and Rule 60A-1.045, F.A.C., because FTA is identified as the only entity in the state that is both a licensed private school and a credentialing intermediary capable of operating within the secure DJJ environment. The response deadline for this solicitation is September 8, 2026, with Adrian Nealy serving as the primary point of contact. Performance is measured by successful student credentialing and compliance with federal and state grant reporting requirements.