Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) is seeking proposals for the HVAC control upgrades (Phase II) project through a competitive solicitation. Interested firms must be properly licensed in Florida, and selection will follow the published solicitation document. FSDB directs firms to its Purchasing page for the solicitation document and amendments, and the posting is scheduled to close on December 9, 2026.
The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind intends to negotiate a contract with Cogburn Bros., Inc. concerning electrical transmission and distribution equipment, electrical equipment maintenance and repair, and electric power transmission services. The agency cites Florida law permitting negotiations for the best terms and conditions when fewer than two responsive bids or proposals are received. This is an informational notice of an agency decision to negotiate toward a contract award, not a competitive solicitation or request for bids.
Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) requests proposals for the subject project and has issued a Competitive Solicitation to obtain competitive responses from qualified firms consistent with the requirements outlined in the Solicitation Document. Be sure to read the entire solicitation document before contacting the Agency with questions, which must be submitted via e-mail. Only procedural questions will be answered on receipt – all other questions will only be answered according to the published timeline. Selection will be made in accordance with the published Solicitation Document. Firm(s) must be properly licensed in the State of Florida at the time of submittal. RESPONSE DUE DATE: December 16, 2026, no later than 1:45 PM. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTAL: Firms interested in being considered for this project should access the Solicitation Document from: Purchasing | Florida School for the Deaf & the Blind Click “View Active Competitive Solicitations” and navigate to the project folder. RESPONDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE for checking the FSDB website for amendments and addenda. Failure to comply with any changes published to the FSDB website may be grounds for rejecting a proposal. Primary Contact: Please submit all questions by e-mail to: Elizabeth Nimitz, Purchasing Analyst, nimitze@fsdbk12.org and Kim Whitwam, Director of Purchasing, whitwamk@fsdbk12.org
Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) is requesting competitive proposals for the Existing McClure Demolition & Beautification project under RFP-27-068. The portal classifies the work as landscaping services, demolition services, and building construction management. Responding firms must be properly licensed in Florida when submitting proposals.
The contractor will provide all labor and materials necessary to replace two Aerco Boiler units with two new Lochinvar Boilers in the Hogle Center plant area. The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking competitive responses from qualified firms. Firms must be properly licensed in Florida.
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Audit Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 26, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed several audit reports, including updates on deferred building maintenance, operational audit findings related to policies on construction, compensation, and vehicle management, and a clean opinion on the endowment fund audit. The internal audit updates covered food services, construction contracts, and blind services. Additionally, the committee reviewed and approved the 2025-2026 internal audit plan and authorized the procurement processes for hiring an accounting firm for endowment and student account audits, as well as an internal auditor.
Endowment Investment Committee Meeting Minutes
Date: Apr 4, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed endowment funded special projects, noting a 4.3% increase in submissions for the upcoming school term and discussing resource allocation and student impact. The meeting included a performance overview of the endowments, featuring updates on asset allocation, investment strategies, and risk mitigation amidst market volatility. Additionally, legal counsel provided a review of the endowment's investment policy compliance. The committee approved the endowment project budget for 2025-2026, as well as the continuation of client services agreements with UBS and Truist for the same fiscal year.
Board of Trustees of the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind Board of Trustees Meeting
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The meeting included reports from the President on the strategic plan, accreditation, and department updates. Various departmental reports were presented, covering Allied Health Services, the Boarding Program, and Business Services. The Board considered several action items, including the disposal of surplus property, the 2026-27 operating budget, the Florida Harm Prevention & Threat Management Policy, McClure Hall construction, and updates to student progression and professional learning. Additionally, new business included the election of officers and committee appointments, while unfinished business involved a review of school start-time legislation and its feasibility for the upcoming year.
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