Dept of Management Services Florida #RFP #2024CMS

Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County Solicits STEM Curriculum, Classroom Materials, Software, and Communications Services

This opportunity from the Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County focuses on procuring a comprehensive STEM curriculum and classroom materials for early childhood education, as well as related services and software solutions. - Government Buyer: - Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County (Osceola County School Readiness Coalition, Inc.) - Florida Division of Early Learning (for STEM curriculum approval) - Products and Services Requested: - STEM curriculum for children ages birth to five, aligned with Florida State standards and on the Division of Early Learning's approved list - Includes curriculum guides, teaching materials, manipulatives, technology tools/software (if applicable) - Emphasis on hands-on activities, real-world applications, and age-appropriate, safe materials - Classroom materials bundles for 48 teachers (valued at $500 each), provider site materials (manipulatives, toys, seating), and outdoor classroom materials (playground structures) - Client Management Software system with data migration, accounting integration, security, branding, and multi-device access - Communications contractor services for bilingual graphic design, content creation, and platform management - Notable Requirements: - STEM curriculum must support teacher training, professional development, and ongoing technical support - Vendors must provide a grant portal for classroom material distribution and reporting - Flexible pricing per classroom for curriculum; maximum budget of $80,000 for STEM curriculum procurement - Software must integrate with MIP accounting, support phased deployment, and offer ongoing support - Communications services require bilingual capabilities and adherence to ELC brand guidelines - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified suppliers with experience in early childhood STEM curriculum, educational materials, software, and communications services

Description

The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County is soliciting proposals for Client Management Software (CMS). The CMS will assist in managing projects and initiatives by housing forms, applications, and documentation, generating data and reports, and integrating with the ELC accounting system to simplify client payments. The software should be customizable, secure, accessible on various devices, and provide features such as surveys, data storage, and real-time analytics. The contract term is up to three years, and proposals are due by May 17, 2024.

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