The County of Dane Purchasing Agency is dedicated to ensuring the safe, clean, and well-maintained operation of public facilities and grounds across Dane County. Its core mission centers on securing essential operational support services that uphold public safety, environmental stewardship, and comm...
The County of Dane Purchasing Agency is dedicated to ensuring the safe, clean, and well-maintained operation of public facilities and grounds across Dane County. Its core mission centers on securing essential operational support services that uphold public safety, environmental stewardship, and community aesthetics. Strategic priorities include maintaining consistent, reliable access to professional security personnel and grounds maintenance services to support county buildings, parks, and infrastructure. The agency emphasizes performance-based contracting, seeking vendors capable of delivering standardized, scalable, and responsive service delivery across multiple locations with minimal disruption to public operations.
Procurement activity is concentrated in two key service categories: security guard and patrol services, and landscaping and grounds maintenance. Contracts are typically structured as time-and-materials or fixed-price service agreements, often awarded through competitive solicitation processes to ensure accountability and value. The agency relies on open competition for these essential services, with no set-asides currently in use, indicating a focus on capability and compliance over socioeconomic preferences.
The primary NAICS categories targeted are 561612 for security services and 561730 for landscaping services. These reflect a clear operational need for ongoing, non-discretionary support functions that require trained personnel, equipment, and adherence to safety and environmental standards. Vendor relationships are built on demonstrated experience in municipal service delivery, proven track records in compliance, and the ability to meet performance metrics tied to response times, inspection standards, and service continuity.
The agency operates under the County of Dane as its parent department, serving county-wide facilities and public spaces without geographic restrictions within the county. It utilizes standard municipal procurement vehicles, including competitive sealed bids and requests for proposals, to acquire essential support services. The structure is centralized, with procurement decisions aligned to county operational needs rather than department-specific demands.
