In recognition of Procurement Month, the South Florida Water Management District (District) is highlighting our continued commitment to cultivating opportunities for businesses and the entrepreneurial community to help support our public service mission.
DID YOU KNOW: The District’s talented team of procurement professionals establishes contractual relationships with businesses across the state and nation to support the agency's programs, projects, and daily operations.
FINDING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES: There are many ways the business community can collaborate on projects and initiatives that are important to our region. The District takes pride in its efforts to tap into the expertise and versatility offered by private businesses, and we encourage all segments of the business community to look for opportunities to participate in the agency’s procurement process.
HELPING US MEET OUR GOALS: We rely on businesses and contractors to supply goods and services of every nature to help us successfully complete our initiatives and meet our goals. Needed goods and services include, but are not limited to:
- Construction
- Professional Engineering Services
- Remote Data Collection
- Janitorial Services
- Equipment (Auto Parts, Lab Equipment, Fencing, Mowers, Computer Software, and Paper Supplies)
- Other Goods and Services
AWARDING CONTRACTS THROUGH COMPETITION: Our procurement professionals engage in a procurement planning process that maximizes competition while satisfying the needs of the District in the most effective, economical, and timely manner. Through competitive solicitations and contract negotiations, our procurement team has recorded approximately $9.6 million in cost savings.
BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL VENDOR: The District is always looking to cultivate business opportunities in the communities we serve, and our procurement process is streamlined to simplify doing business with us.
If you are interested in doing business with the District, we encourage you to visit SFWMD.gov/Procurement to learn more about our procurement process.