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Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, February 5, 2013
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Accept the Lowest and Best Bid Submitted by Capstone GC, LLC - Invitation to Bid (ITB) #12208-MST Marker and Tack Boards (Business Division)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This ITB was prepared at the request of the Maintenance Department to establish a firm, fixed price for the purchase, removal, and installation of porcelain enamel marker boards and vinyl, fabric-faced, cork tack boards for use throughout the district.  Marker boards (dry erase whiteboards) and tack boards improve communication and effectiveness in the classroom.

The initial term of this contract will be for a one-year period beginning February 6, 2013, with four one-year renewals.  All prices offered are firm against any increase for at least one year from the effective date.  This contract may be renewed by the Superintendent, 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 $55,673 for 2011/2012 and $76,586 for 2010/2011.
EVALUATION
Contract administration or evaluation is performed by the Project Manager (end user) and 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 5.12
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20130205_552 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 5.12