Title
APPROVAL TO INCREASE PURCHASING LIMIT FOR THE ANTICIPATED PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND/OR SERVICES (PER THE ATTACHED LIST) FROM VENDORS UNDER CONTRACT WITH A COOPERATIVE WITH A LEAD AGENCY THAT UTILIZED A COMPETITIVE PROCESS FOR BOOKS, SERIALS, DATABASE AND LIBRARY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRODUCTS
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 purchases for
the media center as well as setup 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 contract awarded to Follett School Solutions, 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 $200,000.00
Funding Source: Capital Funds