Summary
The Northeast Florida Educational Consortium (NEFEC), through the Institute for Small and Rural Districts (ISRD), seeks professional legal consultation and training services in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and special education law. Services will include presentations at Regional ESE Directors' Meetings and webinars to provide district personnel with current legal guidance, practical strategies, and updates on federal and state requirements.
The selected provider will deliver specialized training on complex ESE legal topics to support participating school districts. This training will help ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations and promote consistent interpretation and implementation of special education programs. Topics may include legal compliance, student services, threat assessment and safety, transportation requirements, and other areas affecting ESE programs.
This procurement aims to secure a highly qualified presenter with proven expertise in school law and special education who can provide consistent, accurate, and practical guidance aligned with the priorities of the Florida Department of Education and the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services (BEESS).
Brief Description:
Professional legal consultation and training services in Exceptional Student Education (ESE), including regional conference presentations and webinars on special education law, compliance, and best practices for Florida school districts.
Estimated Value:
$14,190
Term (Years):
1 Year (FY 2026-2027)
Vendor:
Franczek P.C. – Brandon Wright
Justification:
Brandon Wright of Franczek P.C. has specialized expertise in Exceptional Student Education law and extensive experience providing legal training and consultation to school districts. He has delivered highly rated presentations for NEFEC and participating districts, demonstrating the ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical guidance. Selecting this vendor ensures continuity of services, consistent training across events, and alignment with Florida Department of Education and BEESS priorities. While other presenters are available, this vendor was chosen for demonstrated expertise, prior successful performance, responsiveness, and the ability to provide specialized legal guidance tailored to the needs of Florida school districts.
Background
Reference #: SGS #054-331-2618
Subject: Single Source Procurement – Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Legal Training and Consultation Services
Putnam County School District intends to award a procurement as a Single Source Procurement in accordance with its Policy 450.03, and State of Florida Statute 287.057 (3) (c). Any responses received in reference to this Notice will be for the sole purpose of determining whether a competitive procurement is in the best interest of the Authority. This is not a solicitation, and there is not a solicitation available.
A Single Source Procurement is a purchase that is directed to one (1) source because of standardization, warranty, or other factors, which for justifiable reasons, is found to be most advantageous for the Putnam County School District, even though other competitive sources may be available. A Single Source Procurement is a non-competitive procurement method.
All are encouraged to notify the Purchasing Agent (Agent), stating their company/agency name, address, contact name, contact email, and a statement regarding their capability to provide the requested goods or services. All responses must be in writing, submitted electronically via the e-Procurement Platform ("Platform"), by 7:00 am on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Procurement details are listed herein.
Project Details
- Reference ID: SGS #054-331-2618
- Department: NEFEC
- Department Head: Patrick Wnek (Executive Director)
Submission Requirements
- Response from Vendor —
- A statement regarding their capability to provide the requested goods or services.
- Distributors and re-sellers are highly encouraged to include a statement from the product manufacturer stating that they are authorized to sell the product.
- Any other relevant information.