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Approval of $288,050 Contract for School Athletic Surfaces

Original title: Approve the piggyback of the Sourcewell Cooperative, Contract No. 031022, Athletic Surfaces with Installation, Related Equipment, Materials and Services, awarded to Gerflor USA, Inc. and authorize the purchase of services for an estimated $288,050.00.

Record date · June 3, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The School Board has approved a purchase agreement using a pre-existing cooperative contract to acquire athletic surfaces, installation, and related equipment from Gerflor USA, Inc. The total cost for these services is estimated at $288,050.

Why it matters

The school district is spending $288,050 in public funds to upgrade athletic facilities through a cooperative purchasing agreement.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Gerflor USA, Inc.

The company is contracted to provide athletic surfaces and installation services to the school district.

Directly affected

School District

The district is authorized to spend $288,050 for facility improvements.

Key Facts

The School Board approved the use of Sourcewell Cooperative Contract No. 031022.
The contract covers athletic surfaces, installation, related equipment, materials, and services.
Gerflor USA, Inc. is the vendor awarded the contract.
The total estimated expenditure for these services is $288,050.00.

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The action was filed under number 25-3070.
The item was introduced on May 23, 2025.
The status of the item is marked as Passed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'piggyback' contract?

A contract allows a government agency to purchase goods or services at the same prices and terms previously negotiated by another government entity or cooperative, avoiding the need to conduct a separate competitive bidding process.

Who is the vendor for this project?

The vendor is Gerflor USA, Inc.

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Use of Cooperative Purchasing

The district is utilizing a pre-existing cooperative contract to expedite procurement for athletic facility upgrades.

Sourcewell Cooperative Gerflor USA, Inc.

Connected Entities

Sourcewell Cooperative, Gerflor USA, Inc.

OrganizationSourcewell Cooperative“The cooperative purchasing organization that originally awarded the contract.”Map →

OrganizationGerflor USA, Inc.“The vendor selected to provide athletic surfaces and installation services.”Map →

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