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Approval of $2.99 Million Airport Safety System Contract

Original title: A. MOTION TO APRROVE single source designation of Boland’s LLC, for inspections, repairs and replacement of the engineered materials arresting system at Broward County’s Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, for the Aviation Department. ACTION: (T-12:39 PM) Approved as amended with Attachment A, Scrivener’s Errors attached to the Thursday Agenda Memorandum. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) VOTE: 8-0. Vice-Mayor Bogen was not present during the vote. B. MOTION TO APPROVE Agreement between Broward County and Boland’s LLC, for Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS) Repairs and Replacement at Broward County’s Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, No. PNC2130407Q1, for the Aviation Department, in a maximum not-to-exceed amount of $2,991,124 for a three-year term; and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute same. ACTION: (T-12:39 PM) Approved. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) VOTE: 8-0. Vice-Mayor Bogen was not present during the vote.

November 13, 2025

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Notable money activity
$202,000across 20 reported contributions
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CandidateDonorAmountIndustryDate
Mark D. BogenMARK D BOGEN$125,000AttorneyMay 2025
Mark D. BogenMark Bogen$50,000AttorneyMar 2026
Mark D. BogenMark Bogen$10,000attorneyDec 2025
Mark D. BogenKeith & Associates Inc$1,000EngineeringOct 2025
Mark D. BogenVolkort Inc. PAC$1,000Engineering<br>& Planning<br>Aug 2025
Mark D. BogenNational Health Transport Inc$1,000Ambulance<br>serviceNov 2025
Mark D. BogenCarollo Engineers Inc PAC$1,000EngineeringOct 2025
Mark D. BogenClear Channel Outdoor LLC$1,000CommunicationsOct 2025
Mark D. BogenCore Const. Serv of FL LLC$1,000Construction<br>Sep 2025
Mark D. BogenDinah Investment Corp$1,000Investment<br>& LoansDec 2025
Mark D. BogenHNTB Holdings Ltd PAC$1,000Eng.<br>ConsultantNov 2025
Mark D. BogenB & L Service Inc$1,000Transit<br>ServiceOct 2025
Mark D. BogenRubin Turnbull & Assoc. Inc$1,000ConsultingSep 2025
Mark D. BogenSuperior Hospitality Group LLC$1,000HospitalityOct 2025
Mark D. BogenSecond Cousins LLC$1,000Ambulance<br>ServiceNov 2025
Mark D. BogenSecond Cousins LLC$1,000Ambulance<br>ServiceNov 2025
Mark D. Bogen8080 West Flagler Inc$1,000Investment<br>PropertyDec 2025
Mark D. BogenHCA East FL Div. & Good Govt$1,000HealthcareFeb 2026
Mark D. BogenUnited Cab of Broward LLC$1,000Taxi CabOct 2025
Mark D. BogenGaddis Properties LLC$1,000Property<br>ManagementOct 2025

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The Frame

What this does

The county is committing up to $2,991,124 in public funds to ensure the continued operation of the at the local airport.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Boland’s LLC

They are the designated contractor receiving up to $2,991,124 for services over three years.

Aviation Department

They are responsible for managing the contract and ensuring the maintenance of the airport's safety systems.

Broward County Taxpayers

Public funds are being allocated to cover the costs of the three-year maintenance contract.

What changed

Last recorded activity November 13, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

Broward County officials approved a $2.99 million contract with Boland’s LLC to maintain and repair the emergency runway safety systems at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The agreement designates Boland’s LLC as the sole source provider for these services over a three-year period.

Key Facts

  • The commission approved a $2,991,124 contract with Boland’s LLC for EMAS repairs and replacement.
  • The contract covers a three-year term.
  • Boland’s LLC was designated as the sole source provider for these specific airport safety services.
  • The vote for both the sole source designation and the contract agreement was 8-0.
  • Vice-Mayor Bogen was absent for both votes.
  • The sole source designation was approved with an amendment regarding 'Scrivener’s Errors' in the agenda memorandum.
  • The Mayor and Clerk are authorized to execute the agreement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Engineered Material Arresting System (EMAS)?
It is a safety system used at airports to help stop aircraft that overrun the runway by using crushable materials.
Why was Boland’s LLC chosen without a competitive bidding process?
The county designated them as a 'single source' provider, meaning they are the only entity deemed capable of providing these specific inspection, repair, and replacement services for the airport's system.

Why It Matters

The county is committing up to $2,991,124 in public funds to ensure the continued operation of the at the local airport.

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Discoveries

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Sole Source Procurement

The county utilized a sole-source designation to bypass competitive bidding for specialized airport safety infrastructure.

Connected Entities

organizationAviation DepartmentThe department overseeing the contract.Map →
organizationBroward CountyThe local government body approving the contract.Map →
organizationBoland’s LLCThe designated sole-source contractor for airport safety system repairs.Map →
personBogenVice-Mayor who was absent during the vote.Map →
locationFort Lauderdale-Hollywood International AirportThe site where the safety system repairs will occur.Map →

Sources

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