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Contract Award to Transitional Living of North Central Florida dba Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida, for ADA Eligibility and Certification Determination, etc. (B)
This item is a request to approve the recommended award and execute a contract with Transitional Living of North Central Florida dba Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida, for ADA Eligibility and Certification Determination, etc.
Explanation
On March 28, 2017, the City’s Purchasing Division solicited a Request for Proposal (RFP) for ADA Eligibility and Certification Determination, etc. The RFP process was implemented in compliance with, and as required by, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Florida Statutes and City of Gainesville policies.
Transitional Living of North Central Florida dba Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida’s proposal was the only response submitted by the deadline. Their submission contained both a technical proposal and a price proposal which City staff evaluated and found to be acceptable after negotiations with the vendor were completed.
RTS desires to enter into a contract with Transitional Living of North Central Florida dba Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida for five (5) years, at an annual amount of $95,000.
Fiscal Note
Funds from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in the amount of $95,000 annually are available in the RTS ADA operating budget for these services.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract with Transitional Living of North Central Florida dba Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida, for ADA Eligibility and Certification Determination, etc., subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.