Title and Board Action Requested
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Approve the piggyback of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS), Region 8 Education Services Center (ESC), RFP No. 230402: Food Management Tool (including Software) awarded to EMS LINQ, LLC., an authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order in the amount of $87,400.17.
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Executive Summary
The Director of Food and Nutrition Services, on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools, hereby requests Board approval for the piggyback of The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS), Region 8 Education Service Center (ESC), RFP No. 23402: Food Management Tool (including Software) awarded to EMS LINQ, LLC. This software operates point-of-sale systems (POS), digital menu boards, LINQ family portal, menu planning, nutrient analysis, inventory, production records, temperature capture, ordering and student management. This piggyback contract contract period is from 6/24/2025 through 5/31/2026. The total renewal cost for this purchase is $87,400.17, which is a decrease from last year due to the new piggyback agreement. The renewal period of this software is 07/01/2025 through 06/30/2025.
HCSB Bid No. 25-204-42 PB has been assigned for internal tracking purposes.
My Contact
Holly Longo
Director of Food and Nutrition Services
352-797-7028 x71409
2023-28 Strategic Focus Area
Priority 3: Safe and Healthy Learning Environment
Financial Impact
See attached budget sheet.
If expenditure is not currently budgeted, this will serve as the budget amendment when Board approved. If the agenda item includes the purchase of goods or services, the funds requested are an anticipated amount and may fluctuate depending on such factors as current market conditions, product availability, additional funding sources, and the needs of the District. Should the actual cost exceed the anticipated amount, the Board approves the additional cost, after review by the superintendent, but not in excess of the funds available in the site’s approved annual budget.