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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA Landings Administrative Complex 1980 Landings Blvd. 3:00 p.m.

November 15, 2016 Board Meeting Agenda Item #16 Title APPROVAL TO AWARD BID #17-0045 FOR ART SUPPLIES - WAREHOUSE Description Bids to provide 'Art Supplies - Warehouse' were received from thirteen vendors on October 13, 2016. The bids of Blick Art Materials, LLC, DGS Educational Products, Highwater Clays of Florida, Inc., Nasco, National Art & School Supplies, Pyramid School Products, S&S Worldwide, School Specialty, Inc., and Standard Stationery Supply Co., were the best low bids meeting the advertised specifications. Reasons for not selecting the apparent low bid are included with the bid tabulation. This bid is for a period of one year with an option to renew for two additional one-year periods. Funds for these purchases are contained in the operating budgets of the schools. Recommendation That the bids of Blick Art Materials, LLC, DGS Educational Products, S&S Worldwide, School Specialty, Inc., and Standard Stationery Supply Co., for 'Art Supplies - Warehouse' in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00, be approved as presented. Contact CORCORAN & LICHON Financial Impact $250,000.00 Attachment:  17-0045.pdf