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This document is a Notice of Recommended Bid Award from the School Board of Polk County, Florida's Purchasing Department for Bid File #001-MSQ-02251, titled "Electrical Materials". The bid covers electrical materials for district installations and repairs, with recommended awards to two vendors: Anixter from Lakeland, FL (awarded Bid Items 1-8 and 10-19) and Lighting N Beyond LLC from Blauvet, New York (awarded Bid Item 9). The recommendation will be presented for approval at the School Board meeting on March 25th, 2025, with a bid posting period from March 3rd, 2025, at 9:00 AM until March 6th, 2025, at 9:00 AM.

The procurement allows for multiple vendor awards and is structured for a one-year contract period. The Superintendent is authorized to approve and execute contracts involving public fund expenditures up to $250,000. Questions regarding the bid can be directed to Sherry Qualls in the Purchasing Department. The bid follows Polk County Public Schools Policy 6320 and adheres to Florida Statutes regarding bid protest procedures. The document is digitally signed and includes approvals from an evaluator and the Board/Superintendent, indicating a formal and structured procurement process for acquiring essential electrical materials for the school district.