Sole Source Justification: Dollar Days International, Inc. – Educational Supplies Procurement

Summary The North East Florida Educational Consortium (NEFEC) intends to continue its partnership with Dollar Days International, Inc. to procure educational supplies and classroom resources for its 15 member districts. This partnership provides equitable and cost-effective access to essential learning materials for students throughout North Florida. Dollar Days offers bulk purchasing, specialized freight logistics, and proactive customer support, streamlining NEFEC’s annual supply distribution. Their ability to deliver palletized shipments, maintain stable pricing, and anticipate recurring needs allows NEFEC to maximize limited funds and reduce administrative burden. This sole-source procurement maintains a high-value relationship that delivers measurable savings, consistent service quality, and reliable logistics. These factors are essential to sustaining NEFEC’s large-scale educational support operations. Procurement Details Estimated Value: $25,000 annually Term (Years): Through November 2027, with three (3) optional one-year extensions by mutual agreement Vendor: Dollar Days International, Inc. Justification: Dollar Days is the only vendor offering highly competitive bulk pricing, specialized shipping, and palletized delivery that meet NEFEC’s volume requirements. Their five-year record of responsive service, cost avoidance, and operational integration ensures efficient and fiscally responsible procurement for NEFEC’s member districts.