24265-SSD-DST_Vantage_Resource_Group_LLC.pdf

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

PROCUREMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

NOTICE OF INTENT

TO

PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE

COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

The following commodities and services listed below may be a “Single Source” or a “Sole Source” (only one (1) source from which to purchase the commodities and services).

Single/Sole Source No. & Vendor Name: 24265-SSD-DST: Vantage Resource Group, LLC Single/Sole Source Posting Date (7 business days):

From: Monday, November 4, 2024 To: Tuesday, November 13, 2024 From: Tuesday, November 13, 2024 To: Monday, November 18, 2024

Commodities and Services: See Exhibit A. SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

This NOTICE OF INTENT TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE shall serve as a notification that a recommendation will be made to The School Board of Hillsborough County, Florida (the “School Board”) to award this single or sole source procurement to the referenced vendor of the commodities and services described in Exhibit A: SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES. The description of the commodities and services intended for purchase from a single/sole source is posted per Rule 6A-1.012(12)(d), Florida Administrative Code. It will remain posted for seven (7) business days.

This is not a request for proposals and no competitive solicitation is available. HCPS will not consider any response to be a proposal. Any responses received because of this notice will be considered solely to determine whether competition exists.

Interested firms or individuals may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by emailing EXHIBIT B: RESPONSE TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES and all relevant documents to the Procurement Services representative, see Exhibit B. “Like” shall mean equal, equivalent, and/or identical. Interested firms will be considered only if they respond with clear and convincing documentation that they are capable of meeting or exceeding the requirements stated herein. All responses received within seven (7) business days after the date of publication of this Notice of Intent to Purchase Single/Sole Source will be reviewed by HCPS.

A determination by the General Manager of Procurement Services, or designee, and the Procurement Officer not to publish a competitive solicitation for this proposed action based on the responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the General Manager of Procurement Services.

Notice of Intent to Sole Source: If Procurement Services does not receive “like” commodities and services information during the Single/Sole Source posting period above, the purchase request shall be issued to the School Board or renewed as approved by the School Board. This section shall serve as notice of the intended decision to enter a single/sole source contract in the manner specified in § 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, and may negotiate on the best terms and conditions with the single/sole source vendor. HCPS shall submit a recommendation to the School Board (www.hillsboroughschools.org/Page/3643) requesting approval to waive the solicitation process and proceed with the single/sole source purchase. Decisions concerning multiple-year sole sourcing are valid for 1 year after approval by the School Board and must be re-posted and validated before the renewal period.

Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in § 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes. Any protest concerning HCPS’ decision must be timely received by the General Manager of Procurement Services at 901 E. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602.

Superintendent of Schools Van Ayres http://www.hillsboroughschools.org/Page/3643

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EXHIBIT A

SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

1. Describe what the item commodity and service is and how it is to be used by HCPS.

We need professional development that provides leadership training and organizational change management guidance to support Student Nutrition Services’ transition from a dual reporting structure to a centralized leadership framework.

2. What feature or special condition of this commodity and service is unique and cannot be obtained from any other source?

Vantage Resource Group, LLC is the only company that has the combination of professional development expertise, school nutrition training program management experience and deep understanding of student nutrition operations and regulatory requirements needed to provide concurrent guidance to our three-tiered leadership team (SNS administration, SNS regional supervisors, and SNS cafeteria managers) throughout the multi-faceted aspects of support we require.

3. Vendor-provided information.

As the incumbent consulting partner for the Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) Student Nutrition Services (SNS) department, Vantage Resource Group, LLC (VRG) has been instrumental in guiding the department through its strategic transition to a centralized leadership framework. After a successful initial engagement, both VRG and HCPS SNS leadership have recognized the need for more in-depth engagement with additional stakeholders to meet this transformation's demands effectively. This letter confirms that VRG is a sole source provider for extending and expanding VRG’s scope of services to ensure continuity and successful outcomes. Unique Qualifications and In-Depth Knowledge Since February 2024, VRG has developed a deep understanding of the operational and leadership needs specific to HCPS’s SNS department. Our work has included delivering customized leadership workshops, individual leadership assessments and debriefs, strategic coaching, and real-time technical support. VRG has extensive knowledge and a proven track record of success in student nutrition operations. As VRG consultants are already familiar with the department’s structure, goals, unique challenges, and personnel, we are uniquely qualified to expand our efforts seamlessly, which ensures a higher level of service and minimizes disruption. Enhanced Engagement for Greater Impact To address the increasing scale and complexity of the HCPS SNS department’s centralization initiative, VRG’s expanded proposal includes: • Broader Stakeholder Engagement: Extended coaching, assessments, and workshops for additional managers and district-level leaders. • Specialized Leadership Support: Tailored leadership learning systems through our partnerships with organizations including, but not limited to: John Maxwell, Wiley and Gallup. • Ongoing Technical Assistance: Real-time troubleshooting and strategic adjustments to support SNS’s evolving needs.

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EXHIBIT B

RESPONSE TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE

COMMODITIES AND SERVICES

The following must be completed, signed, and returned as part of your response. Your response will not be accepted without this form, signed by a supplier’s authorized agent.

Respondents who believe they have “like” commodities and services must:

• upload this EXHIBIT B: RESPONSE TO PURCHASE SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE COMMODITIES AND SERVICES; and

• provide sufficient information regarding their ability to supply the described commodities and services to allow for an evaluation to determine “like” commodities or “like” services.

Responses received after the Response Due Date and Time (see page one) will not be accepted.

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