Work includes 1 LS alternate no. 1: section 083453. 10- bullet resistant doors and frames. Additive alternate: bid this section in its entirety to provide level bullet resistant doors and frames; 1 LS alternate no. 2: section 088853- security glazing. Additive alternate: bid this section in its entirety to provide level 3 bullet resistant glazing; 1 LS alternate no. 3: section 092900- gypsum board. Additive alternate: bullet resistant panels (2. 10) shall be bid as an additive alternate.
Sole Source:If proprietary/standardization or continuity applies, initiate the Intended Single/Sole Source with the department and Procurement; expect public posting and BoCC approval.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA, NASPO; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Alachua County actively uses cooperative purchasing (e.g., OMNIA, NASPO) to accelerate buys and bypass formal bidding when appropriate. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Alachua County
Recreation and Open Space Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed updates regarding the Capital Improvement Plan, including project phases and funding sources. Reports were provided on resident surveys for recreational programming and the recent activities at Camp Cuscowilla, including scholarship distributions, summer camp curriculum, and marketing initiatives aimed at increasing facility rentals. Additionally, the committee discussed upcoming property tax changes related to ballot Amendment Three and established plans for a future goal-setting session.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: May 9, 2023Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed proposed changes to the rules of procedure, specifically addressing public concerns regarding transparency and the opportunity for public comment. Updates were provided regarding the expansion of viewing options for county meetings, which will now be available on platforms such as Roku, Amazon Fire, and eventually Apple TV. The meeting also included discussion regarding vacancies in the Alachua County Children's Trust and an update on a county-wide literacy plan. Additionally, the board held a formal recognition and presentation for the Alachua County Community Remembrance Committee to memorialize victims of racial terror in the Monteocha, Gordon, and Lacrosse areas.
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Alachua County Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
Date: Apr 8, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed several items including the approval of the agenda and a clarification regarding a piggyback contract for electrical services. Announcements were made about an upcoming Fair Housing Resources Fair and the launch of a new, transparent commission email page on the county website. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a report on the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships, highlighting successful participation metrics, officiating quality, international media reach, and positive feedback from team managers, alongside acknowledgments for the staff and partners involved.
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