Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Sarasota County.
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Oct 21, 2026
Nov 19, 2026
Seeks proposals from professional engineering firms to provide fema updates for little sarasota bay, lemon bay, and phillip creek watersheds.
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Oct 15, 2026
Nov 17, 2026
Work includes replacement of an awning located at the youth athletic complex that was severely damaged by hurricane milton.
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Oct 14, 2026
Nov 18, 2026
Provide towing services forsota county fleet, emergency services, and county transit (breeze) vehicles and equipment throughout the county.
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Census ID
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161567
Employee FTE
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3,886
Population
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479,958
Procurement Difficulty Score
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48 / 100
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This Purchase Agreement between Sarasota County and Periscope Holdings, Inc. outlines the provision of an electronic bidding platform, including software licensing, configuration, hosting, maintenance, and technical support. Commencing November 26, 2018, for a five-year term, the agreement sets a total compensation cap of $225,000.00. Key aspects cover product scope, payment terms, indemnification, liability limits, vendor responsibilities, and insurance, with detailed exhibits for services and fees.
This document is Change Order #2 for Purchase Order PO250033 between Sarasota County Government (Utilities department) and Paymentus Corporation. It details the procurement of credit card processing services for utility payments, with a total amount of $326,581.95 after two change orders. The contract is set to expire on June 30, 2026.
This document is Change Order #1 for Purchase Order PO230059, issued by Sarasota County Government to PAYMENTUS CORPORATION on September 25, 2023. It modifies line item 0001 for credit card processing of utility payments via IVR and online, increasing its value by $50,000 from $220,000 to a new total of $270,000.
This document is Change Order #1 to Purchase Order PO240050 issued by Sarasota County Government to Paymentus Corporation. It details the procurement of credit card processing services for Utility payments via IVR and online. The change order increases the value of line item 0001 by $30,000, setting the new total for this purchase order at $250,000.00. The document also includes general terms and conditions of purchase.
This document is Amendment No. 1 to a Master Services Agreement between Sarasota County, Florida, and Paymentus Corporation, which originally became effective on October 7, 2020. The amendment's primary purpose is to update and replace the existing Paymentus Service Fee Schedule (Schedule A) and establish a Minimum Amount for all transactions related to electronic bill payment services. It outlines specific per-transaction fees and payment thresholds, with the amendment taking effect upon the last party's signature.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Sarasota County
The board meeting featured a retirement recognition for the long-serving tax collector. During the public comment session, discussions included the availability of free tax assistance through the library system, a historical marker application for Four Lakes Country Club Estates, a request for funding support from an anti-sex trafficking organization, and appreciation for the county's grant program from representatives of the local arts and culture sector.
The board addressed several agenda items, including a 9/11 memorial commemoration and public comments concerning the environmental status of Midnight Pass and Sarasota Bay. The board also handled various consent agenda items, which included correcting a clerical error regarding parcel acreage, and conducted business as the Sarasota County Transportation Authority. Additionally, the board discussed the planning and agenda for an upcoming affordable housing workshop.
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The meeting included an update on the Philippe Creek dredging project and county-wide stormwater maintenance operations. The Public Works Director reviewed team credentials and provided statistics on completed maintenance tasks. The Commission discussed the federal permitting process for the dredging project, anticipated funding allocations, and concerns raised by residents regarding local stormwater infrastructure and ditch maintenance.
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