Request for Proposals # 2008-IP-7100

The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (FDDC) announces the availability of a Request for Proposals (RFP). Copies of the RFP can be downloaded for the FDDC website (www.fddc.org) or copies may be requested by writing FDDC, 124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203, Tallahassee, Florida 32301, or calling (850)488-4180, 1(800)580-7801 (Toll Free), 1(888)488-8633 (TDD). To register to receive electronic mail (email) notices of future RFPs, please visit our website (www.fddc.org) and click on the “RFPs” button near the top of the page, then click on the “sign up” button and follow the directions.

The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (FDDC) is pleased to announce that this request for proposals (RFP #2008-IP-7100) is released in order to assist individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to participate in various training opportunities, meetings forums and information sessions that will enable them to become better self-advocates and enhance their quality of life through improved knowledge of many aspects of the disability system. The selected provider will do this by awarding financial assistance and making arrangements for individuals with developmental disabilities and families to attend such events. FDDC has set aside federal funds for a period not to exceed one (1) year for fiscal support of this RFP. Interested parties should obtain a copy of RFP #2008-IP-7100 for specific information related to funding amounts.

The deadline for submitting written questions and letters of intent for this RFP is September 1, 2008, by 4:00 p.m. (EST). In order for your proposal to be considered, your letter of intent must be received by the above referenced deadline. Letters of Intent will only be accepted by fax, mail, or hand delivery. Letters of Intent by email will not be accepted. All answers to written questions will be posted on the FDDC website during the week of September 8, 2008. The deadline for submitting proposals for this RFP to FDDC is October 10, 2008, by 2:00 p.m. (EST).