Wonkiasha Washington is a Procurement Administrator. Wonkiasha is associated with 21 contracts. Activity spans Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development, Sewage Treatment Facilities, and Roofing Contractors.
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The City of Apopka is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive concession services at the Northwest Recreation Complex, a 270-acre premier recreational facility featuring 12 baseball/softball fields, 16 multipurpose fields, tennis and basketball courts, beach volleyball courts, a 1,300-seat amphitheater, playgrounds, an outdoor fitness pavilion, and a paced walking trail. The selected vendor will operate four on-site concession stands, offering a diverse menu of affordable, high-quality food and beverage items including bottled water, soft drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, sandwiches, snacks, frozen treats, and healthier alternatives, while strictly prohibiting alcoholic beverages, tobacco, vape, cannabis, fireworks, and glass containers. The concessionaire must adhere to the City’s approved operating schedule aligned with over 75 annual athletic tournaments and events, and ensure full compliance with all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations, including strict sanitation standards, proper food storage, pest prevention, and waste disposal practices. The contract has an initial term of one year with the option for up to four additional one-year renewals at the City’s discretion.
Proposals must include a detailed statement of capabilities, operational plan, staffing strategy, menu and pricing structure, proof of licenses and insurance, and a financial offer based on one of three models: a flat monthly fee, a base fee plus revenue share, or a pure revenue share arrangement, with a minimum monthly payment of $4,000 required. Evaluation will be based on a weighted point system emphasizing the proposer’s experience, completeness of submission, and ability to meet the scope of services, with award determined through a best-value trade-off, not on lowest price. The vendor must carry general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, workers’ compensation as required by law, and auto liability coverage of $1 million, all naming the City as additional insured with waiver of subrogation and issued by an A.M. Best A-VIII or better rated carrier. Background checks may be required for staff, and all personnel must maintain professional conduct, with any misconduct resulting in removal at the vendor’s expense. The vendor is responsible for securing inventory and equipment, reimbursing the City for damages, complying with access and security protocols, and may not sublease or assign obligations without written consent. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the City’s OpenGov portal by August 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM
The City of Apopka, Florida, is pursuing a sole source procurement under solicitation number 2026-A-314 to award a contract to HJ3 Composite Technologies for the installation of its proprietary StrongHold™ Repair System at the West Plant Aeration Basin. The estimated contract value is $73,750, funded through appropriation line 401-3191-535-4600 for building and equipment maintenance. This procurement is justified under Florida Statutes Section 287.057(3)(c) and internal city policy due to the highly specialized, integrated nature of the StrongHold™ system, which includes exclusive materials, certified application methods, and proprietary engineering design that no other vendor can replicate. The system consists of a 10 mil primer, 30 mil high-modulus paste, 50 mil glass fiber reinforcement, and 40 mil topcoat, all applied to prepare and repair concrete joints in accordance with ACI 440.2R Appendix B standards and validated through rigorous testing including 20,000-hour immersion per ASTM C581 and tensile strength measurements under ASTM D3039. Performance is conditional on environmental parameters such as temperature between 50°F and 95°F, humidity below 70%, and surface moisture under 5%, with installation required to be performed exclusively by HJ3-certified personnel. Materials must be stored in original packaging, kept dry, and protected from sunlight, with strict labeling requirements for item codes, batch numbers, and expiration dates. The contract requires a 40% down payment at Net 5 days, with the remaining balance billed weekly at Net 30, and late payments incur 1.5% monthly interest. Delivery and performance are designated to occur on-site at the specified facility in Apopka, with final acceptance contingent upon client walkthrough and compliance with all quality control metrics. The City of Apopka’s Procurement Administrator, Wonkiasha Washington, serves as the primary point of contact, and Michael A. Saylor will act as the Contracting Officer’s Representative responsible for technical oversight. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the City’s portal by the deadline of July 28, 2026, and must include technical documentation, vendor proposal, installation training materials, and supporting certifications confirming ISO 9001 compliance and approvals from FDOT and Caltrans. No alternative sources are
The City of Apopka is soliciting bids from qualified firms with experience in roofing services on an as-needed basis, specifically for the repair and replacement of roofs damaged by storms. Firms must be authorized to operate in Florida and comply with all applicable state laws as well as mandatory Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) contract requirements. This solicitation aims to pre-qualify contractors through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process, resulting in a list of approved firms who will then be invited to submit bids for roofing projects citywide. The initial contract term is three years from execution, with two optional one-year renewals, plus the City's right to extend the contract for up to six additional months under the original terms and pricing to allow for a smooth transition to any new agreement.
Proposals will be evaluated and ranked based on the proposers’ qualifications, relevant experience, references, and responsiveness to the scope of work. The solicitation was posted on June 7, 2026, with proposals due by July 9, 2026. Contact points for inquiries include the Facilities and Construction Administrator, Alan Jewell, and the Procurement Administrator, Wonkiasha Washington. The contract covers repair and replacement services throughout the city of Apopka, ensuring prompt and reliable responses to storm-related roofing damages under federally compliant conditions.
The contract details a Notice of Intent to Award a single source procurement to Parkinson Corporation, indicating that the award will be made without a competitive bidding process. The solicitation number for this procurement is 2026-A-288, and it was posted on February 18, 2026. Responses to this notice were due by March 11, 2026. This procurement is managed by the Florida Procurement agency based in Apopka, FL, with the primary contact being Wonkiasha Washington, the Procurement Administrator.
This procurement falls under a SLED (State, Local, Education) organization type, though no specific NAICS code or set-aside type is indicated. The place of performance is within Florida, but no further address specifics are provided. The notice serves to officially communicate the intent to award the contract exclusively to Parkinson Corporation, highlighting the sole source designation process in this transaction.
The contract is a Notice of Intent to Award a Single Source Procurement to Vermeer Equipment Sales, Parts, and Services, Inc. It pertains to a solicitation with the number 2026-A-278 issued by the Florida Procurement agency located in Apopka, FL. The notice was posted on January 28, 2026, with a response deadline set for February 19, 2026. This procurement is designated as a sole source, indicating that Vermeer Equipment Sales, Parts, and Services, Inc. is the only chosen provider for this contract without a competitive bidding process.
The contract is managed under the State, Local, Education, and Development (SLED) organizational type by the Florida Procurement office. Key contact for this procurement is Wonkiasha Washington, the Procurement Administrator, reachable via email or phone. The place of performance is within Florida, though a specific city or ZIP code was not detailed. This sole source designation emphasizes a streamlined procurement process aimed at servicing Florida’s equipment sales and maintenance needs through Vermeer Equipment Sales, Parts, and Services, Inc.
FloridaFL,
USA$50Kest.
NAICS
423820
Farm and Garden Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers
The City of Apopka Parks and Recreation is inviting qualified organizations to submit bids for a multiyear contract to provide leagues, tournaments, and athletic programming at the Northwest Recreation Complex. The initial contract term is two years with an optional one-year extension, beginning in Fall 2026 for the highest scored proposal, and in Spring 2027 for the second highest, contingent on the completion of a park expansion adding additional multipurpose fields. Up to two organizations will be awarded contracts, each granted priority rental and scheduling access to three designated multi-purpose fields at the complex. Field assignments will be primarily in the northern section of the park, including existing fields near Pads 9-12 and newly constructed fields to the west, although assignments may vary seasonally based on maintenance and other conditions.
Eligible proposers must demonstrate organizational stability, experience in managing athletic events or leagues, ability to coordinate with City staff, and maintain a positive, family-friendly environment. Evaluation criteria include leadership qualifications, program approach, community benefits, past performance, and financial terms offered. The awarded agreements will specify field use parameters, rental fees, scheduling priorities, insurance, safety requirements, maintenance responsibilities, and reporting obligations. The deadline for bid submissions is January 29, 2026, with late proposals not accepted, and the City reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive irregularities as deemed appropriate.
This procurement involves the City of Apopka, Florida issuing a Notice of Intent to Award multiple sole source designations for specialized equipment, parts, and services critical to municipal operations across departments such as Fire, Public Services, and Parks and Recreation. The solicitation, numbered 2026-A-273 and posted on December 10, 2025, covers procurements from a range of vendors including Orland Freightliner, Fireline Equipment, Huber SE, Rexel, Cues, Teleflex, Fire Ground Technologies, Southern Rescue Tools, Target Solutions dba Vector Solutions, HACH, Traqnology North America, Air Centers of Florida, McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, and Guardian Equipment, among others. These sole source designations are justified based on proprietary technology, exclusive vendor relationships, and compatibility requirements with existing city equipment and systems. Most procurements are anticipated to be under $50,000, adhering strictly to City policy 107.3.9.8.3 and Florida Statutes Section 287.057(3)(c), which regulates sole source procurements especially those exceeding $50,000, mandating transparency and governance through City Council authorization and annual renewals.
The scope encompasses acquisition and maintenance of highly specialized products such as fire truck parts, intraosseous vascular access systems, TV inspection and sewer maintenance equipment, rescue harnesses, compressed air systems, wastewater treatment equipment, online EMS training modules, and proprietary GPS and monitoring systems. Detail-rich documentation provided for each vendor illustrates the thorough approval process involving multiple city officials, including procurement administrators, finance directors, department heads, and ultimately City Council endorsements. Vendor selections emphasize compatibility with existing technology, exclusivity as authorized dealers or sole manufacturers, and operational necessity for continuity of essential city services. Budgetary data show historical expenses and planned expenditures supporting these sole source awards, with place of performance centered in Apopka, Florida. The procurement method reflects a non-competitive sole source strategy driven by technical and operational imperatives rather than competitive pricing, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery with trusted, proven suppliers. While no formal FAR clauses or detailed contract clauses are specified, the process is governed by stringent municipal procurement policies and statutory requirements, underscoring adherence to procedural rigor in awarding and managing these sole source contracts for fiscal year 2026.
The City of Apopka, Florida, is issuing a Notice of Intent to Award multiple sole source procurements under solicitation number 2026-A-271, posted on December 1, 2025, with responses due by December 19, 2025. These procurements involve awarding contracts to two primary vendors: Orlando Freightliner, Inc., designated as the sole authorized dealer for Freightliner parts and services, and Florida Bullet, the sole authorized distributor for certain law enforcement ammunition required by the Apopka Police Department. The contracts are justified under the City of Apopka’s Purchasing Policy 107.3.9.8.3 and comply with Florida Statutes 287.057(3)(c), with approvals from multiple city officials including the City Administrator and Finance Director. The contracts primarily ensure compatibility with existing city equipment and operational requirements, such as specific Freightliner vehicle maintenance needs and standardized ammunition for law enforcement use.
The anticipated contract values for FY2026 include a budgeted amount of approximately $49,999.99 for Freightliner parts and service and over $60,000 for ammunition procurement from Florida Bullet. These contracts reflect a firm fixed price approach without explicit contract types stated. Deliveries and performance are localized to the City of Apopka, with inspection and acceptance conducted administratively by designated city officials to ensure compliance with city standards. Evaluation factors emphasize proven quality, vendor exclusivity, historical reliability, and operational necessity, resulting in a trade-off award strategy where technical and quality considerations outweigh cost factors. The procurements exclude federal acquisition clauses and focus on municipal policy frameworks with no formal socioeconomic certifications or federal entity identifiers reported. Documentation includes sole source memoranda, staff reports, and approval forms supporting the vendor exclusivity claims and operational compatibility for critical city services.
FloridaFL,
USA
NAICS
423120
Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers
The contract involves the issuance of a Notice of Intent to Award multiple sole source procurements to Nextran Truck Center/Mack and Southern Sewer Equipment Sales and Services, Inc. These awards are part of solicitation number 2026-A-268, posted on November 7, 2025, with a response deadline of December 2, 2025. The procurement is managed by the Florida Procurement Office, which operates under the State and Local Government Entity (SLED) category, focusing on projects within Florida. The contract value is estimated to range between $100,000 and $500,000, indicating a substantial investment in specialized services or equipment.
The procurement emphasizes a direct award process, likely due to the unique qualifications or capabilities of the selected vendors, bypassing competitive bidding. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Wonkiasha Washington, reachable via email or phone. Additional details and updates about the project can be accessed through the provided online portal link. This process underscores the state's intent to secure specific vendors for critical equipment or services, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with procurement regulations.
The City of Apopka has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a sole source procurement for environmental products under solicitation number 2026-A-263. The contract is intended to provide specialized environmental products through a procurement process that does not involve competitive bidding, indicating that the products are unique or only available from a single source. The contract value is estimated to range between $50,000 and $200,000, reflecting a significant investment in environmental solutions for the city. The procurement is managed by the Florida-based City of Apopka's procurement office, with a designated primary contact person, Wonkiasha Washington, available via email and phone for further inquiries.
The solicitation was posted on October 23, 2025, with a response deadline of November 14, 2025. The contract falls under the NAICS code 325998, which pertains to miscellaneous chemical product and preparation manufacturing, aligning with the environmental products being procured. This procurement is part of the city's efforts to secure essential environmental solutions, and interested parties can access additional details through the provided online portal link.
FloridaFL,
USA$50K–$200Kest.
NAICS
325998
All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
