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Jul 24, 2026
Closes
Aug 6, 2026
Hardee County - Purchasing Department is seeking proposals for Public Wi-Fi Infrastructure Design, Engineering, and Installation. The scope includes site management, permitting and documentation, and implementation of a public Wi-Fi network. The solicitation is an active request for proposals with bidding closing on August 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
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Population
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26,068
Procurement Hell Score
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Hardee County
The Board discussed and acted upon several items, including the proclamation of Emergency Medical Services Week. The consent agenda included various budget amendments, Florida Department of Transportation grant applications for road resurfacing and sidewalk projects, and agreements related to traffic signals and facility leases. Presentations were held regarding the Bowling Green CRA Annual Report and the Hardee County Government Center & Resiliency Hub Master Plan. The Board also approved ordinances related to land development and administration cost recovery, and adopted an Artificial Intelligence Committee charter. Further actions involved interlocal agreements with the Central Florida Regional Planning Council for hazardous waste assessment and a fire rescue strategic plan, approval of bridge change orders, and the authorization of architectural and engineering services for the Sheriff's Office facility.
The Board approved several items, including agreements for special needs shelter usage and fire rescue services, and ratified multiple grant applications for debris management, transportation systems, and infrastructure feasibility studies. They approved a deductive change order for airport road repairs and the 2025 Tax Roll Recapitulation. The meeting included the approval of an ordinance to increase the Tourist Development Tax, subject to a referendum. Additionally, the Board authorized several grant applications for mosquito control, fire prevention, safety training, and firefighter staffing. Resolutions were adopted to update the building department fee schedule, rank proposals for building inspection services, and adjust speed limits on Bostick Road. The Board also awarded a bridge repair contract, discussed solid waste services, and made appointments to the Insurance and Wellness Committee and the Industrial Development Authority.
The Board conducted a regular meeting which included a fire rescue pinning ceremony and a presentation from the Property Appraiser regarding historic property tax cuts. The Board approved various consent agenda items, including budget amendments, grant agreements, and a settlement agreement. Project updates were provided for State Road 64/663 and the library teen mural contest. The Board approved the first reading of an ordinance regarding the Tourist Development Tax and a resolution to place a school board ad valorem property tax levy referendum on the upcoming ballot. Additionally, the Board discussed a data center, procurement policy updates, and financial management topics.
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