Business
Action Item |
DATE: | Tuesday, February 11, 2014 |
TO: | School Board Members |
FROM: | MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent |
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS | |
Approve the Recommendation Regarding the Purchase of International/Navistar Parts and Labor from Sun State International Truck, LLC (Sole-Source Provider) (Business Division) | |
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | |
Sun State International Truck is a local dealer for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) International/Navistar parts, service, warranty, and repairs. They are the only International/Navistar, factory-authorized dealer for DeSoto, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota counties.
In accordance with the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), Purchasing Policy 6A-1.012(12)(d), commodities or contractual services available only from a single source may be exempted from the competitive solicitation requirements. All sole-source posting requirements have been observed. |
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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES | |
• Align financial resources to support the district’s strategic goals • Demonstrate best financial practices • Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety including students, employees, visitors, facilities, transportation, and health | |
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes) | |
Year-to-date expenditures are $681,175 for 2013/2014, and $461,289 for 2012/2013. Parts pricing is based on the International Truck and Engine National Fleet pricing structure. Standard repair time (SRT) labor rate is $92 an hour. Hillsborough County Public Schools negotiated an $89 hourly labor rate, which resulted in an annual savings of $4,911. | |
EVALUATION | |
Sole-source suppliers are reviewed annually for expenditures and possible new entries to the market. | |
SUBMITTED BY: Jean Bowman, General Manager, Procurement Department |
Cathy L. Valdes | Gretchen Saunders | |
Deputy Superintendent (813) 272-4004 |
Chief Business Officer (813) 272-4270 |
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A 6.06 | ||
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20140211_625 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 6.06 |