Single Source – Hilton University of Florida Conference Center – 2027 BSIS Professional Learning Events

The Putnam County School District is initiating a non-competitive Single Source Procurement under solicitation number SGS #054-331-2631 to secure conference facility services for the 2027 BSIS Professional Learning Events. In coordination with the North East Florida Educational Consortium and the Florida Department of Education, the district intends to utilize the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center in Gainesville for two specific events scheduled for February 22–25, 2027, and March 22–25, 2027. The scope of work includes providing overnight accommodations, a general session space, and 10 to 15 breakout rooms to accommodate approximately 80 to 150 participants. This procurement is conducted in accordance with District Policy 450.03 and State of Florida Statute 287.057 (3) (c), as the selected source is deemed most advantageous for the district. While this is not a formal solicitation, the district is requesting capability statements from interested parties to determine if a competitive procurement would be in the best interest of the authority. All responses, including statements of capability and manufacturer authorizations for resellers, must be submitted electronically via the e-Procurement Platform by 12:00 am on Monday, November 9, 2026. The final contract value will be determined based on the hotel's proposal and total event costs.