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Sep 21, 2026
Oct 21, 2026
Provide continuing professional engineering services for parks and facilities projects.
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Sep 16, 2026
Oct 20, 2026
Seeking qualified engineering firm to provide construction, engineering, and inspection (CEI) services for bridge rehabilitation.
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Sep 15, 2026
Oct 19, 2026
Sarasota County is seeking proposals from qualified, licensed physicians to provide Medical Director services for the Sarasota County Fire Department Emergency Medical Services (SCFD EMS). The work must comply with Section 401.265, Florida Statutes, and the County anticipates an initial five-year contract term. Responses must be submitted through the County eProcurement Portal by October 19, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
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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 Hell 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 meeting addressed school district enrollment, future planning, and security updates, specifically regarding police department involvement and active shooter drills in schools. Participants also discussed local municipal updates, including emergency management coordination, construction projects, industrial technology education programs, and efforts to address affordable housing and land usage.
The board discussed options for future transportation mobility, specifically focusing on three proposed service concepts. The discussion centered on identifying efficiencies, integrating new service modes, procurement of partners, creating a robust communication plan, and ensuring equitable access for all residents, including those without smartphones. Commissioners expressed concerns regarding cost control with private ride-share partnerships, the impact on existing public transit users, the flexibility of long-term contracts, and adapting to future technological innovations in autonomous and electric vehicles.
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The commission recognized the volunteer program in honor of National Volunteer Week and discussed COVID-19 response protocols for public meetings. The board approved the consent agenda, which included administrative updates and clerical corrections. Key discussions involved reentry planning for beaches and open spaces, an update on record-high building permit activities, and the expansion of IT infrastructure for remote operations. Additionally, the Health and Human Services department provided updates on COVID-19 drive-thru testing, contact tracing efforts, and ongoing support services provided to the homeless population.
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