Book purchasing waiver approved
Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas CountyFlorida- Detected
- Sep 9, 2026
- 55 days ago
- Sector
- Supplies & Materials
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From the meeting
At its September 9, 2026 meeting, the board approved a purchasing waiver, vendor negotiating authority, and an annual cap for books and educational reading materials. The approved cumulative not-to-exceed amount was $142,000 for FY27, with automatic renewals allowed for up to three additional years. Named suppliers include Bulk Bookstore, First Book Marketplace, Penguin Random House, Charlie's Kids Foundation, Stew Leonard III Water Safety Foundation, and Amazon.
- Meeting date
- September 9, 2026
- Agency
- Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County
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