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RESOLUTION NO. 26R-01-01: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT WITH EMPIRE OFFICE, BASED ON A PIGGYBACK OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA ALTERNATE CONTRACT SOURCE NUMBER 56120000-24-NY-ACS FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF FURNITURE AT THE LAUDERHILL POLICE STATION; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $537,000; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO ENTER INTO THE APPROPRIATE PIGGYBACK AGREEMENT AND TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).
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Request Action:
Approval of a resolution authorizing the City of Lauderhill to enter into an agreement with Empire Office, an authorized Steelcase dealer, utilizing the State of Florida Contract No. 56120000-24-NY-ACS, for the purchase and installation of furniture at the Lauderhill Police Station, in an amount not to exceed $537,000.00.
Need Summary Explanation/ Background:
The Lauderhill Police Department is currently operating out of rented office space while renovations are underway at the Lauderhill Police Station. In order to ensure that the renovated facility is fully functional and operational upon reopening, furniture procurement and installation must be completed in advance.
Empire Office, an authorized dealer of Steelcase products, has provided a comprehensive proposal for furniture and related installation services. By utilizing the State of Florida Contract No. 56120000-24-NY-ACS, the City is able to streamline procurement efforts, secure competitive pricing, and ensure full compliance with purchasing regulations.
This piggyback contract provides a cost-effective and efficient method of obtaining the required products, materials, and services needed for the facility.
Cost Summary/ Fiscal Impact:
The products, materials and services required to furnish the renovated Lauderhil...
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