Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Source/Sole Brand:
This Request for Information (RFI) is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from
multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s
needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment. See Supporting Documentation for
additional information.
Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Source/Sole Brand:
This Request for Information (RFI) is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from
multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s
needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment. See Supporting Documentation for
additional information.
Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Source/Sole Brand:
This Request for Information (RFI) is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from
multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s
needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment. See Supporting Documentation for
additional information.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $100,000, use sole source.
Coops:Broward County actively uses cooperative purchasing and piggybacking to accelerate buys. Frequently procures through Florida DMS State Contracts & Agreements, Southeast Florida Governmental Purchasing Cooperative Group (SEFL GPCG), NASPO ValuePoint (via Florida DMS), and OMNIA Partners (Public Sector); you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Broward County, FL allows sole source under Procurement Code Section 21.26 when the product is proprietary/critical for continuity or a specialized service with unique institutional knowledge (similar to accepted cases like Oracle and Fortis). Work with the end-user department first to build the case, then engage the Purchasing Division to prepare the formal sole source justification form. For contracts over $100,000, expect public notice and board reporting as part of approval.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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Broward County actively uses cooperative purchasing and piggybacking to accelerate buys. You can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Broward County Contracts
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RFP Depot, LLC, d/b/a BidSync at Broward County
Effective: Oct 11, 2013Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Supplemental Agreement formalizes Broward County's adoption and customization of the Miami-Dade County Software Licensing, Hosting, Maintenance, and Support Agreement with BidSync. It sets a not-to-exceed total amount of $400,000 for Broward County for a maximum term of five years, including initial and renewal periods, covering software licensing, hosting, maintenance, and support for an Electronic Bidding Solution.
Periscope Holdings, Inc. at Broward County
Effective: Oct 17, 2020Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Second Amendment to the Supplemental Agreement between Broward County and Periscope Holdings, Inc. (formerly BidSync) modifies their existing software licensing, hosting, maintenance, and support contract. Key changes include confirming the assignment of rights from RFP Depo, LLC to Periscope, extending the maximum potential term of the agreement from seven to twelve years (from the original start date), and increasing the total maximum not-to-exceed amount for the entire agreement, including all renewals and optional services, from $570,000.00 to $1,005,000.00. The currently exercised term is now confirmed to expire on October 15, 2021.
RFP Depot, LLC, d/b/a BidSync at Broward County
Effective: Feb 7, 2013Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This First Amendment modifies the Supplemental Agreement between Broward County and RFP Depot, LLC d/b/a BidSync for software licensing, hosting, maintenance, and support. The amendment extends the maximum total agreement term from five to seven years and increases the overall maximum not-to-exceed amount to $570,000.00. It also updates clauses concerning public records, confidentiality, and compliance with various Florida state laws and ADA accessibility requirements.
Periscope Holdings, Inc. at Broward County
Effective: Oct 16, 2020Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines an agreement with PERISCOPE HOLDINGS INC for SaaS and associated support and maintenance services. The agreement is detailed across four purchase orders referencing a single contract ID 'N1148214G2_1', covering service periods annually from October 16, 2020, to October 15, 2024. Each PO specifies an annual SaaS fee.
Benevate LLC at Broward County
Effective: Mar 3, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Restated and Amended Software as a Service (SaaS) Subscription Agreement between Benevate, LLC and Broward County Housing and Urban Planning Division. It outlines the provision of Neighborly Software services, including annual user subscriptions and one-time implementation for two programs, totaling $23,000.00 for the initial one-year term. The agreement details service specifications, payment terms, confidentiality, data security, and includes specific provisions relevant to Florida statutes. The effective date of the agreement is March 3, 2026, and it is set for automatic annual renewal unless terminated.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Broward County
Broward County Commission Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured the welcome of international consular officials and the review and approval of the consent agenda, including various modifications. The commission discussed and approved the sixth amendment to the agreement with WSPUSA for transit systemwide study planning and addressed financial matters impacting the Behavioral Health Coalition and the Areawide Council on Aging, which required recusals due to potential conflicts of interest.
Broward County Commission Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission meeting focused on authorizing the county attorney to take legal action to gain access to county-owned and county-leased facilities utilized by the Sheriff's Office. Discussion included concerns regarding budget transparency, the Sheriff's refusal to disclose financial information, and the sustainability of the Sheriff's Office's increasing share of the county budget. The board passed a motion allowing the county attorney to enforce the county's rights to inspect these facilities and address other potential legal matters as necessary.
Broward County Board of County Commissioners Budget Public Hearing
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The meeting was held to conduct a public hearing on proposed millage rates, budgets, and special assessments for the upcoming fiscal year. Key discussions included an overview of the $9.219 billion budget, significant investments in public safety and the Broward Sheriff's Office, adjustments to the personnel cap, and tax rate projections. Additionally, members of the public addressed the Board regarding the need for increased funding and resources for animal care, specifically focusing on wages for shelter staff and the expansion of the Trap-Neuter-Return program for feral cats.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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