Contract C76928

The Florida Department of Children and Families awarded a equipment lease contract to Quadient (administered through dealer Angelo Nieves, based in Tampa, Florida) effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The contract, identified as C76928, represents the second-year purchase order of a three-year lease agreement spanning July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028. The equipment being leased consists of Quadient iX-5 Series postage meter systems with integrated components including autofeeder, sealer, catch tray, ink cartridge, differential weighing capability, and ongoing maintenance services. The equipment is located at 2990 North Main Street, Belle Glade, Florida.

The contract amount is $2,160.96, comprised of four quarterly invoices at $540.24 each (equivalent to $180.08 monthly), with lease number N25031380 and postage meter number 1612212077. This continuing purchase order replaces the expired purchase order C5ACFB from the prior fiscal year. Performance of this contract is contingent upon annual legislative appropriation. The vendor is responsible for discontinuing service and retrieving equipment upon contract expiration unless a written extension or renewal is executed in advance. The primary state contact is Riquette Budhoo at 954-579-2264.