MDPLS MICROSOFT

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering ratifying an emergency contract for Microsoft licenses for the Miami-Dade Public Library System (MDPLS). The contract, number E-10663, is with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for $1,700,000 for a three-year term. An emergency was declared due to Microsoft's transition from its Educational Licensing Program to its Nonprofit Licensing Program, which created complexities and delays in procurement. The county explored direct agreements with Microsoft and cooperative contracts but faced inflexibility and evolving requirements. Peer institutions nationwide reported similar challenges. The contract aims to ensure continuity of technology services, public access, and cybersecurity for MDPLS. The User Access Program applies, but Small Business Enterprise measures, Local Preference, and Living Wage Ordinance do not.