Sole Source - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Placid

The Putnam County School District is seeking approval for a sole source procurement for lodging for the Institute for Small and Rural Districts Winter Regional ESE Directors’ Meeting. The meeting will take place on February 18-19, 2026, and the district has selected Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Lake Placid, Florida, as the vendor. The estimated value of the procurement is $12,000 to $15,000. The district is requesting sole source approval due to the vendor's confirmed availability, proximity to the event location, and limited comparable options in Lake Placid. Some key points to consider: • The procurement is for a one-time event, and the district is seeking a single source vendor. • The estimated value of the procurement is $12,000 to $15,000. • The vendor has experience with federally funded programs and Florida Department of Education events. • The district is requesting sole source approval due to the vendor's confirmed availability and proximity to the event location.