Sports Officials Re-bid

The contract for sports officials in Osceola County is initially awarded for a three-year period, with the possibility of a one-year renewal based on mutual agreement and School Board approval, ensuring flexibility to extend the partnership if deemed in the best interest of the district. The primary purpose of this solicitation is to establish fixed pricing for the provision of sports officials across various athletic events, with the School District issuing purchase orders as needed throughout the contract duration. Bidders must be approved Official Associations under the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA), only bidding on sports they are sanctioned for at the time of bid opening, and capable of servicing all schools within Osceola County, including any new schools that may be constructed during the contract term. The selected Official’s Association Assignment Officer will hold exclusive responsibility for assigning officials in accordance with FHSAA guidelines, policies, and bylaws, utilizing Arbiter Sports for scheduling and compliance with the Jessica Lunsford Act. The Assignment Officer will also have authority to resolve any assignment issues not explicitly addressed in the contract. The contract emphasizes the importance of compliance, proper scheduling, and adherence to established regulations to ensure smooth operations across all athletic events in the district. The solicitation was posted on April 12, 2024, with responses due by May 14, 2024, and the primary contact for inquiries is Gladinnette Cabrera Vazquez.