Pinellas County Opengov #25-0943 RFP

Award for State Government Relations Support Services for Pinellas Planning Council

This award notice details the selection of The Southern Group of Florida, Inc. to provide State Government Relations Support services for Forward Pinellas, acting as the Pinellas Planning Council. - Government Buyer: - Forward Pinellas (Pinellas Planning Council) - Managed by Whit Blanton, FAICP, Executive Director - Awarded Vendor: - The Southern Group of Florida, Inc. (Consultant: Jon Stewart) - Services Requested: - State Government Relations Support consulting - Scope includes administrative and transportation consulting, as classified under NIGP codes 91800 (Consulting Services), 91806 (Administrative Consulting), and 91896 (Transportation Consulting) - Services to be provided as detailed in the contract's Exhibit A - Contract Details: - Total value: $162,000 over up to three years - Initial term: 12 months, with two optional 12-month renewals - Monthly payments of $4,500 - Notable Requirements: - Consultant must maintain adequate insurance - Compliance with public records laws and certifications (Truth-In-Negotiation, Public Entity Crimes) - Timely provision of requested materials or services - Place of Performance: - Forward Pinellas Executive Office, 310 Court Street, Clearwater, FL 33756 - No specific products or part numbers are requested; this is a professional services contract

Description

Pinellas County awarded a contract to The Southern Group for State Government Relations Support services. The contract duration is 12 months, starting from February 11, 2026, to February 10, 2027, with a total award amount of $162,000. The services include consulting related to administrative and transportation matters, and the project is located in Pinellas County, Florida. The contract includes a fully executed agreement and is managed by the Pinellas Planning Council.

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