Leon County Schools Employee Uniforms and School Apparel - ITB 1002-2026 (2025)
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- Reported Agency
- Leon County Schools
- Primary Contact
- Jennifer Smith · (850) 488-7428
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope Location
- Tallahassee, FL
- Submission Address
- Leon County Schools Purchasing Department, 3397 W. Tharpe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32303
SUMMARY
The School Board of Leon County, Florida is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to establish fixed percentage discounts for the purchase of employee uniforms, school apparel, and embroidery/screen printing services under Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 1002-2026. The contract provides annual and as-needed uniform items for over 500 employees across the Transportation, Property Management, Maintenance, and Dining Services departments, requiring items such as polo shirts, pants, jackets, chef coats, and flame-retardant garments featuring standardized District logos. Bidders must maintain an office or branch with product, equipment, storage, and warehouse facilities located within Leon County, FL for the previous two consecutive years. The initial contract term is three years with optional renewal terms up to an additional three years, for a maximum potential term of six years. Sealed bids are due by May 14, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. EST, submitted to the Leon County Schools Purchasing Department in Tallahassee, FL. Questions must be submitted in writing by April 30, 2025, to Procurement Officer Jennifer Smith. Bidders must meet mandatory responsiveness criteria, including Florida business licensing and three years of relevant experience, and submit required attachments including a price sheet, debarment certification, lobbying certification, and labor coercion affidavit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsibility of bidder, fixed percentage discount off catalog pricing, compliance with mandatory responsiveness criteria
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment I, Price Sheet; Attachment II, Required Provisions Certifications; Attachment III, Notice of Conflict of Interest; Attachment IV, Bidder Contact Information; Attachment VIII, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility, and Voluntary Exclusion AD-1048; Attachment IX, Certification Regarding Lobbying for Contracts, Grants, and Cooperative Agreements; Attachment X, Vendor Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Leon County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 14, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Leon County Schools Purchasing Department, 3397 W. Tharpe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32303. For questions, contact Jennifer Smith.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Responsibility of bidder, fixed percentage discount off catalog pricing, compliance with mandatory responsiveness criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Leon County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Leon County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Leon County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment I, Price Sheet; Attachment II, Required Provisions Certifications; Attachment III, Notice of Conflict of Interest; Attachment IV, Bidder Contact Information; Attachment VIII, Certification. Review the full document from Leon County School District for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Leon County School District in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jennifer Smith at (850) 488-7428. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tallahassee, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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