Agenda Item
b. Renewal (2 of 4) for Temporary Staffing Services (RFQ 22-534) to 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., Abacus Corporation, COGENT Infotech Corporation, Corporate Temps, Inc., Howroyd-Wright Employment Agencies, Inc. dba AppleOne Employment Services, Robert Half, Tryfacta, Inc., US Tech Solutions, Inc. (Not to exceed $750,000) (Updated 11.10.2023)
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Byron Schueneman, Chief Financial Officer, Division of Finance
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the renewal of RFQ 22-534 to 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., Abacus Corporation, COGENT Infotech Corporation, Corporate Temps, Inc., Howroyd-Wright Employment Agencies, Inc. dba AppleOne Employment Services, Robert Half, Tryfacta, Inc., US Tech Solutions, Inc. to provide temporary staffing services on an as-needed basis for the DCSD Finance Department for a period of one year effective from December 17, 2023 through December 16, 2024 for an amount not to exceed $750,000.
This is the second renewal option of four.
Why: This service was solicited via a RFQ to provide the district with a candidate pool of temporary staffing service agencies on an as-needed basis for positions that include but are not limited to accounting professionals, payroll professionals, risk management professionals and contract management.
Details: RFQ 22-534 was competitively solicited through the Purchasing Department. It was posted to IonWave on July 27, 2021. Electronic notification was sent to 94 vendors from the DCSD vendor bid list as well as to 704 vendors through the State of GA Procurement Registry. Twenty (20) proposals were deemed responsive to the requirements of the solicitation by the Purchasing Department. This is the first renewal option of four.
Financial impact: The not to exceed contract amount of $750,000.00 will be paid from the general fund GL code 100.2300.530000.00011.7200.9990.8010.050.0000 for professional services.
Contact: Mr. Byron Schueneman, Chief Financial Officer, Division of Finance, 678.676.0270
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
August 22, 2023
VIA EMAIL: govt@ustechsolutions.com
US Tech Solutions, Inc.
10 Exchange Place, Suite 1710
Jersey City, NJ 07302
ATTN: Srini Palnaty, Vice President
Reference: RFQ 22-534 Temporary Staffing Services – Renewal Request
Greetings:
As a result of the excellent service provided by US Tech Solutions, Inc., the DeKalb County School District (“DCSD”)
desires to renew the award of RFQ 22-534 Temporary Staffing Services for one (1) year on the same terms,
conditions and pricing as set forth in the License and Services Agreement between DCSD and US Tech Solutions, Inc.
The purpose of this letter is to obtain US Tech Solutions, Inc.’s acceptance of DCSD’s offer to renew the License and
Services Agreement.
The renewal is subject to the DeKalb County Board of Education’s (“Board”) approval and will be effective from
December 16, 2023, through December 15, 2024. Of course, we will notify you once the Board has approved the
renewal. DCSD appreciates US Tech Solutions, Inc.’s consideration of this offer to renew the award of RFQ 22-534.
If accepted, please submit a copy of your company’s proof of insurance reflecting the coverage(s) stated within the
original solicitation document, sign the acceptance below and email both documents to
lakesia_watkins@dekalbschoolsga.org no later than Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Insurance policy or policies must be
maintained throughout the term of this agreement. A copy of the insurance requirements is included.
Best regards,
Carla L. Smith
Executive Director, Vendor Services
CLS/smg
c: Byron Schueneman
US Tech Solutions, Inc. hereby accepts DeKalb County School District’s offer to renew the award of RFQ 22-534
Temporary Staffing Services, at the same prices, terms, and conditions as the original award, until December 15,
2024. US Tech Solutions, Inc. understands this acceptance is subject to the approval of the DeKalb County Board of
Education.
__________________________________ September 11, 2023
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Authorized Signatory Date
Michelle Vanetti
__________________________________ AVP, Legal & Compliance
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Name (Typed or Printed) Title of Authorized Signatory
Robert R. Freeman Administrative Complex
1701 Mountain Industrial Blvd | Stone Mountain, GA 30083
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