Southwest Florida Water Management District RFP 25-4847 Digital Accessibility Solution
Southwest Florida Water Management District, Brooksville, FL·Utility District
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- Reported Agency
- SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
- Primary Contact
- Chamanda Burris · 352-505-2970
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Duration
- 24 months
- Submission Address
- WWW.DEMANDSTAR.COM
SUMMARY
Seeking proposals for a cloud-based SaaS digital accessibility solution to identify and facilitate remediation of accessibility issues on District websites, compliant with WCAG 2.1 and 2.2. Includes implementation, training, and ongoing support.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Functionality of Proposed Solution (35 points), Qualifications and Experience (25 points), Security and Data Protection (15 points), Methodology and Technical Approach (10 points), Cost/Fee Schedule (15 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Configured SaaS-based Digital Accessibility Solution, Implementation Services, Ongoing Post-Implementation Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Solicitation Cover Sheet, Addenda Acknowledgement, Cost/Fee Proposal Response, Attachment 1 - Reference Form, Attachment 2 – Affidavit for Contracting with Entities of Foreign Countries of Concern, Most recent SOC 2 Type II (or equivalent certification) reports
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Southwest Florida Water Management District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: WWW.DEMANDSTAR.COM. For questions, contact Chamanda Burris.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Functionality of Proposed Solution (35 points), Qualifications and Experience (25 points), Security and Data Protection (15 points), Methodology and Technical Approach (10 points), Cost/Fee Schedule (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southwest Florida Water Management District?
All active and historical solicitations from Southwest Florida Water Management District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Southwest Florida Water Management District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Solicitation Cover Sheet, Addenda Acknowledgement, Cost/Fee Proposal Response, Attachment 1 - Reference Form, Attachment 2 – Affidavit for Contracting with Entities of Foreign Countries of Concern, Mo. Review the full document from Southwest Florida Water Management District for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Southwest Florida Water Management District in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Chamanda Burris at 352-505-2970. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Configured SaaS-based Digital Accessibility Solution, Implementation Services, Ongoing Post-Implementation Support. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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