My Florida Marketplace #ITN 2526-031

Florida APD Seeks Nonprofit to Administer Statewide Dental Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

The Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) is seeking a qualified nonprofit organization to administer and coordinate a comprehensive statewide dental services program for individuals with developmental disabilities. - Government Buyer: - Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), State of Florida - Bureau of General Services and Procurement - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation. - Services Requested: - Administration and coordination of medically necessary dental services as payor of last resort - Dental care includes preventive, diagnostic, restorative, endodontic, periodontal, surgical, orthodontic (non-cosmetic), dentures, sedation, and emergency dental services - Eligibility determination and management of eligibility disputes - Coordination of transportation for dental care - Development and maintenance of a statewide provider network of licensed dental professionals and specialists - Ensuring network adequacy and access to specialty-qualified providers (e.g., periodontists, prosthodontists) - Implementation of a complaint system and customer service processes - Quality assurance, performance metrics, and regular reporting - Financial management, data security, and disaster recovery planning - Notable Requirements: - Provider must be a qualified nonprofit organization - Program must serve as payor of last resort - Strict compliance with federal and state requirements for access, accommodations, and reporting - Implementation of robust data management and financial controls - Five-year contract term with an option to renew for an additional five years - Appropriated budget of $3.6 million for implementation

Description

The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) has released Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) 2526-031 for statewide dental services. The procurement aims to secure dental and rehabilitation services for people with disabilities across multiple regions in Florida. The solicitation includes detailed contract conditions, scope of services, and compliance requirements. Interested respondents must submit their responses by August 11, 2026.

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