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Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, October 18, 2011
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Accept the Highest Ranked Proposals Submitted by Gator Communication Systems, Incorporated and All Electronic Systems, Incorporated - Request For Proposal (RFP) #11104-MST Non-Proprietary Low Voltage System Installation, Maintenance, and Repairs (Business Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On August 18, 2011, the Procurement Department, in conjunction with the Communications and Electronics Department, issued an RFP for Non-Proprietary Low Voltage System Installation, Maintenance, and Repairs.  Two firms responded and a committee of district personnel evaluated their proposals.  After presentations and questions, the committee recommended awarding a primary and a secondary vendor.

The purpose of this RFP is to establish optimal service levels with an emphasis on technical qualifications and efficient response times. Currently, school district technicians are responsible for the timely repair of all of low-voltage systems.  Due to limited resources, the district utilizes contracted vendors for these repairs as needed. Last year, contracted vendors performed over 7,000 hours of direct maintenance.  Services include new system installations, maintenance, and repair of existing non-proprietary low voltage systems.  Some examples include intercom systems, security systems, stage lighting systems, and public address systems districtwide.

The initial term of this contract will be for one year, with four, one-year renewals.  All prices offered are firm against any increase for at least one year from the effective date.  The Superintendent is authorized to approve any extension agreements, per the terms of the specifications.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Align financial resources to support the district’s strategic goals • Demonstrate best financial practices
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
Expenditures were $318,317 for 2010/2011, and $562,492 for 2009/2010.
EVALUATION
Contract administration or evaluation is performed by the Project Manager (end user) and the Procurement Officer, who function as a team.  Reviews are conducted face to face, typically quarterly, or by utilizing an online vendor performance report.  Prior to soliciting a new contract, the Contract Administration team must first give consideration to the specifications and supporting data of the expiring contract.
SUBMITTED BY:  Jean Bowman, General Manager, Procurement Department
Cathy L. Valdes   Gretchen Saunders
Chief Facilities Officer
(813) 272-4004
  Chief Business Officer
(813) 272-4270
    A 5.03
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20111018_475 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 5.03