The Early Learning Coalition of Miami‑Dade/Monroe is procuring CLASS® (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) assessment services for licensed early‑learning programs in Miami‑Dade and Monroe counties. Certified observers will conduct on‑site observations in infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms, produce detailed summary reports within 48 hours, and maintain annual recertification. The contract is limited to a maximum spend of $33,750, runs for an initial 12‑month period (with the possibility of renewal to a total of three years), and requires at least five classroom observations per week per assessor. Evaluation will be based on experience, qualifications, and price.
• Scope: Classroom observations, 48‑hour report submission, annual observer recertification, up to 75 classrooms.
• Requirements: Certified CLASS observers, compliance with Florida statutes, insurance, E‑Verify, public‑records responsiveness, and strict data‑security protocols.
• Timeline: RFQ released Oct 5 2026, questions due Oct 7 2026, quotes due Oct 16 2026; award already issued to ASA Educational Consulting, LLC and Maria L. Lopez.