Title
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE MATERIALS AND/OR SERVICES FROM VENDORS UNDER COOPERATIVE CONTRACT WITH A LEAD AGENCY THAT UTILIZED A COMPETITIVE PROCESS FOR EDUCATIONAL SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Description
The Purchasing Department has researched and reviewed the competitive
solicitations that are available for these purchases and has determined that the use of the attached contracts for the purpose cited presents the best value and/or is in the best interest of the School Board.
Gap Analysis
This cooperative contract will allow for competitive quotes on furniture and
equipment throughout the district as well as for the new K8 Skye Ranch.
Previous Outcomes
Agreements for the required goods and services have been successfully
implemented in the previous years.
Expected Outcomes
Upon approval, the awarded vendor will supply the required goods
per the terms and conditions listed in the competitive solicitation.
Strategic Plan Goal
Pillar 4 - Every School Equipped
Priority 1 - Maintain Sustainable Financial Practices
Recommendation
That the cooperative contracts awarded to School Specialty, LLC
for the anticipated purchase of materials and/or services be approved as presented.
Contact Information
TRACY BRIZENDINE tracy.brizendine@sarasotacountyschools.net
BONNIE PENNER bonnie.penner@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact
Not to Exceed $1,500,000.00
Funding Source: Capital Funds