Bid_4092AH_Notice_of_Change.pdf

This is a Notice of Change issued by the Purchasing Department of the School Board of Marion County, Florida, regarding Bid #4092AH for a Teaching Supplies Pre K-12 Discount Catalog term contract. The procurement seeks to establish a vendor agreement for educational teaching supplies across district schools and departments, with vendors expected to provide a comprehensive online platform offering firm, fixed percentage educational discounts accessible through a customized URL link or individual employee login capabilities. The original board approval date of October 22, 2024, has been revised to November 12, 2024. The contract term runs from November 1, 2024, through October 31, 2025, with potential for three additional one-year renewal options. Prior to this notice, key bid deadlines included a question submission deadline of September 13, 2024, and a bid response due date of September 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM.

The procurement has a total budgeted allocation of approximately $455,000 and excludes technology items, online services, and books from the scope. Vendors must maintain consistent discount pricing throughout the contract term and comply with federal and state regulations, including drug-free workplace requirements and notification obligations regarding catalog price changes. The School Board reserves the right to bid separately on items deemed in the district's best interest and permits sales promotions offering greater price reductions during specified periods. Vendors must submit proposals electronically through VendorLink, including a completed Excel proposal form and all required documentation. The bid does not specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises.