Local_Business_Pref_Ordinance1.pdf

The document outlines a local business preference policy in the City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It defines different classes of businesses based on location and staffing criteria. Class A, B, and C businesses have specific requirements for location and employee residency within the city limits. Businesses with outstanding issues with the city or operating from certain addresses may not qualify for higher classes initially. There are preferences given to local vendors in purchasing goods and services over $50,000, with Class A receiving a 10% preference, Class B a 7.5% preference, and Class C a 5% preference. Exceptions to the local preference policy include proposals exceeding budgeted costs, large proposals over $1 million, legal restrictions, emergency purchases, sole source purchases, proprietary purchases, cooperative agreements, and unqualified businesses as determined by the city's purchasing manager.