Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Alexandra P. Davis
Department: County Commission
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO DIRECT County Attorney’s Office to draft an Ordinance amending Chapter 1, Section 1-81, et seq., of the Broward County Code of Ordinances (“Code”) relating to solicitations involving County Business Enterprise (CBE) Reserves. (Commissioner Davis)
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Why Action is Necessary
Direction by the Board of County Commissioners (“Commission”) is required for the County Attorney’s Office to draft an Ordinance amending the Code.
What Action Accomplishes
Provides the required direction to the County Attorney’s Office.
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Previous Action Taken
Summary Explanation/Background
This item directs the County Attorney’s Office to draft an amendment to the Business Opportunity Act, Section 1-81, et. seq., of the Broward County Code of Ordinances.
The proposed amendment would eliminate monetary and evaluation point differentials currently required for CBE Reserve solicitations. These requirements have created barriers that limit the ability of certified small businesses to compete for and be awarded contracts as prime contractors. Eliminating these requirements will better align the Ordinance with the purpose of the CBE Reserve program, which is to expand opportunities for small, locally certified firms to serve as prime contractors in County procurements.
Source of Additional Information
Yashoda Lochan, Chief of Staff, 954-357-7007
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
To be determined by the Office of Management and Budget upon presentation of a draft Ordinance.