SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Approve purchase orders to multiple vendors for the acquisition of library books and materials in the cumulative not-to-exceed amount of $425,000.00 for the term October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(c), Piggyback and cooperative purchases, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same.
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SUMMARY:
Clearwater Public Library System is requesting authorization to purchase library books and materials utilizing competitively awarded piggyback and cooperative contracts.
Piggyback Contracts #LVA-MAT-22-007: Commonwealth of Virginia through the Library of Virginia on behalf of Mid-Atlantic Alliance (MALiA) valid July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with one renewal option available.
• Ingram Library Services, LLC: $191,000.00
The Clearwater Public Library System is part of the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative (term: 10/01/2023 - 09/30/2028). Pursuant to that Library Interlocal Agreement, the Clearwater Public Library System provides funding to the Pinellas Public Library Cooperative for the Cooperative to purchase materials and services.
• Pinellas Public Library Cooperative: $234,000.00
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funds are available in Library operating code 0101731-564400, Books & Publications, to fund these contracts in the amount of $425,000.00. The Library Department is funded by General Fund revenues.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
Community Well-Being: Ensure Exceptional Communities and Neighborhoods Where Everyone Can Thrive. Objectives: 3.1 Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower community pride and belonging. 3.4 Inspire citizen participation through civic engagement and volunteerism to build strong, inclusive, and engaged communities.
