Invitation to Negotiate ITN #ELCMDM2024-01 For IT Hardware, Software, and Services

The Early Learning Coalition of Miami‑Dade/Monroe, Inc. issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN #ELCMD2024‑01) seeking vendors to provide information‑technology hardware, software, and related services. After the public application window (Oct 4‑Oct 28 2024) and evaluation process, the coalition released a Notice of Intent to Award, selecting CDW Government LLC as the sole awardee. The procurement is a negotiated, non‑competitive award intended to meet the coalition’s broad IT needs across its early‑learning programs. The contract’s specifics (exact items, contract value, and performance period) are not disclosed in the public documents, but the award follows standard Florida procurement rules, including a 72‑hour “Cone of Silence” and a 72‑hour protest window. • Scope: General IT hardware, software, and services for a regional early‑learning coalition. • Awarded Vendor: CDW Government LLC (single‑source). • Timeline: Application period Oct 4‑Oct 28 2024; sealed submission deadline Oct 18 2024; evaluation in late Oct 2024; award notice issued thereafter. • Compliance: Must adhere to Florida statutes on protest filing (72‑hour window, $5,000 bond).