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Commission approves $1.21 million Staples furniture contract after debate on local and minority vendor access
Summary
After an extended debate about opportunities for local and minority vendors, the county’s purchasing department secured committee approval to award a $1.21 million office‑furniture contract to Staples.
The Budget & Finance Committee approved a sealed bid award to Staples Contract and Commercial LLC for general office furniture in FY2025 with a not‑to‑exceed amount of $1,212,906.67. Purchasing presented the sealed‑bid results and said Staples offered the highest discount percentage in the evaluated pool.
Several commissioners, led by Commissioner Thornton, raised concerns that a large commodity award favors national vendors and limits opportunities for…
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