Business Action Item |
DATE: Tuesday, June 15, 2010
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On May 18, 2010, the Procurement Department, in conjunction with the Energy Conservation Department, issued a Request for Negotiations (RFN) to obtain firm pricing for Venstar Thermostats from Florida Air Conditioning Distributors, Inc., due to their position as the exclusive distributor in the State of Florida.
The Energy Conservation Department, following the lead of the School Board, is continuously striving to lower energy consumption across the district. Over the past two years, they have piloted different thermostats in an effort to find one that would give us the control that is needed to save energy, maintain a comfortable temperature, and provide optimal humidity control in accordance with school district guidelines. The manufacturer of the Venstar thermostats was requested to make software and hardware modifications tailored to our specific needs. Upon approval of this RFN, the manufacturer will be creating a model number specific to Hillsborough County Public Schools at no additional charge to the district. By implementing this program districtwide, the Venstar thermostat will assist us in our energy management and cost saving efforts and will be a base element in our endeavors to go "green." This recommendation has been reviewed by the Energy Conservation Manager. A more detailed review of the specifications can be obtained by contacting the Procurement Department.The initial term of this contract is three years and may be renewed for two additional one-year periods subject to negotiations. This option to renew requires the mutual agreement of both parties and the approval of the Superintendent.
ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)
EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY: Jean R. Bowman, General Manager, Procurement Department
Cathy Valdes
Chief Facilities Officer (813) 272-4004 |
Gretchen Saunders
Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270 |
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20100615_402 * Section A Item# 5.39 |