This District Term Contract (DTC‑26‑1040) establishes a multi‑year partnership between Leon County Schools and Empire Construction & Fencing Inc. to provide district‑wide fencing materials—including aluminum security, PVC‑coated chain‑link, and ornamental fences—and complete installation, repair, and maintenance services. The contract is structured as a firm‑price/unit‑price agreement with a start date of July 1 2026 and a maximum term of six years, with optional renewals by mutual consent. Key elements include:
• Scope covering supply, installation, repair, and minor fencing projects for all schools in Leon, Gadsden, Liberty, Wakulla, and Jefferson counties.
• Pricing based on unit‑price labor rates and material costs with a permitted markup of up to 25 % (sales tax excluded).
• Mandatory compliance with Florida licensing, E‑Verify, insurance minimums, and local‑business preference points for Small Business Enterprises.
• Performance requirements demanding specific material standards, structural load capacities, and a lifetime finish warranty on aluminum fences.
• Early‑stage procurement timeline: RFP released April 17 2026, questions due April 27 2026, proposals opened May 14 2026, and award announced early June 2026.