Board of County Commissioners: julio de 2026
Miami-Dade County
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative item for Miami-Dade County, File Number 260869, a Resolution (R-676-26) designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Policy Council on 6/8/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The prime sponsor is Natalie Milian Orbis, with co-sponsor Juan Carlos Bermudez. No project, site, or action beyond this procedural designation is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative item for a resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No project, site, or action beyond this procedural designation is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
Miami-Dade County is considering designating the American Flamingo as its official bird. The resolution, File Number 260869, was introduced on 5/14/2026 and is scheduled for an Agenda Date of 7/21/2026. The Policy Council forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation on 6/8/2026. The resolution highlights the flamingo's iconic association with Florida, its historical presence, reintroduction through captive breeding, and current observation locations within Miami-Dade County, including Hialeah, the Everglades, Biscayne Bay, and the Florida Keys. The proposed action is to officially designate the American flamingo as the bird of Miami-Dade County. No public comment is mentioned in the provided text.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by Policy Council; status is 'In Draft'.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Commission (Sponsors: Natalie Milian Orbis, Juan Carlos Bermudez)
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
Miami-Dade County is considering designating the American Flamingo as its official bird. The resolution, File Number 260869, was introduced on 5/14/2026 and is scheduled for an Agenda Date of 7/21/2026. The Policy Council forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation on 6/8/2026. The resolution details the historical presence and reintroduction of the American flamingo in Florida and Miami-Dade County, noting common observation areas like Hialeah, the Everglades, Biscayne Bay, and the Florida Keys. No public comment or registered lobbyists are listed for this item.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
- Applicant:
- Natalie Milian Orbis, Prime Sponsor
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No construction, development, or contracting project is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No construction, development, or contracting project is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No project, site, or action beyond this designation is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
Miami-Dade County is considering designating the American Flamingo as its official bird. The resolution, File Number 260869, was introduced on 5/14/2026 and is pending BCC Assignment. The Policy Council forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation on 6/8/2026. The final action date is not stated, but the Agenda Date is 7/21/2026. The resolution highlights the flamingo's iconic association with Florida, its historical presence, reintroduction through captive breeding, and current observation sites including Hialeah, the Everglades, Biscayne Bay, and the Florida Keys.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment; Favorable recommendation from Policy Council
- Applicant:
- Natalie Milian Orbis, Prime Sponsor
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No specific project, site, or development action is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No construction or development project is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. No construction, development, or contracting project is described. The document contains no address, parcel, size, zoning change, applicant, or business opportunity.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It does not describe any construction, development, or contracting project. No address, parcel, size, zoning change, applicant, or case number for a project is stated. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It does not describe any construction, development, or land-use project. No address, parcel, acreage, zoning change, applicant for a project, or case number for a project is stated. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026, with a favorable recommendation from the Policy Council on 6/8/2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It does not describe any construction, development, or contracting project. The resolution was introduced on 5/14/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation on 6/8/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. No address, parcel, size, zoning change, applicant, or case number for a project is stated. The file number is 260869, reference R-676-26. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
The document is a legislative resolution designating the American flamingo as the official bird of Miami-Dade County. It was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No construction, development, or contracting project is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
Miami-Dade County is considering designating the American flamingo as its official bird. The resolution, File Number 260869, was introduced on 5/14/2026 and is scheduled for an Agenda Date of 7/21/2026, under Agenda Item Number 11A9. The Policy Council forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation on 6/8/2026. The resolution highlights the flamingo's historical presence, reintroduction through captive breeding, and current observation in areas like Hialeah, the Everglades, Biscayne Bay, and the Florida Keys. No registered lobbyists are listed, and no public comment is noted in the provided text.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by Policy Council; Status: In Draft; Pending BCC Assignment
- Applicant:
- Natalie Milian Orbis, Prime Sponsor
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
Miami-Dade County is considering designating the American Flamingo as its official bird. The resolution, File Number 260869, was introduced on 5/14/2026 and is pending BCC Assignment. The Policy Council forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation on 6/8/2026. The final action date is not stated, but the Agenda Date is 7/21/2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment; Favorable recommendation from Policy Council.
PROCLAIMING FLAMINGO AS OFFICIAL BIRD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY
Miami-Dade County is considering a resolution to designate the American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) as the official bird of the county. The resolution highlights the flamingo's iconic status in Florida, its historical presence, reintroduction through captive breeding, and current observation locations within the county. The Policy Council forwarded this resolution with a favorable recommendation to the County Commission. The resolution is currently in draft form.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Draft (Resolution)
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Miami-Dade County is considering an ordinance (File Number: 261345) to implement recommendations from a Special Task Force aimed at reducing inefficiencies in procurement, specifically concerning bid protests. Key changes include establishing a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing for motions to dismiss frivolous protests, permitting recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous protest cases (for procurements over $25 million), raising the informal protest threshold to $5 million, and directing the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for protest filings with features like electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The ordinance is currently in committee. The Board of County Commissioners tentatively scheduled a public hearing for July 21, 2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in this document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative matter, not a construction project. It is an ordinance to implement recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement relating to bid protests. It amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Implementing Order 3-21. It directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026. No specific project site, address, parcel, or size is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Board of County Commissioners in Miami-Dade County posted this record to its public file. The posted document carries a title and no readable project detail, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official document link above and watch for the fuller record the body posts later.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This ordinance, File Number 261345, relates to county procurement and implements recommendations from a Special Task Force to reduce inefficiencies in bid protests. Key changes include establishing a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), permitting motions to dismiss protests, raising the informal protest threshold to $5 million, and directing the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for the protest process. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. It was introduced on 7/20/2026 and is scheduled for an agenda on 9/1/2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (scheduled for agenda on 9/1/2026)
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners (as legislative body), with recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement.
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Miami-Dade County is considering an ordinance (File Number: 261345) to implement recommendations from a Special Task Force aimed at reducing inefficiencies in procurement, specifically concerning bid protests. Key changes include establishing a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing for attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), permitting motions to dismiss protests, and raising the informal protest threshold to $5 million. The ordinance also mandates the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests with features like electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to discuss this on September 1, 2026. The ordinance is intended to streamline the protest process, improve transparency, and enhance fairness.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Board of County Commissioners in Miami-Dade County posted this record to its public file. The posted document carries a title and no readable project detail, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official document link above and watch for the fuller record the body posts later.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This legislative matter concerns an ordinance related to Miami-Dade County procurement, specifically implementing recommendations from a Special Task Force to reduce inefficiencies in bid protests. Key changes include amending Section 2-8.4 of the County Code and Implementing Order 3-21. Recommendations being implemented involve a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, potential recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), allowing motions to dismiss in bid protests, raising the informal protest threshold to $5 million, and creating a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests with features like electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The ordinance is currently in committee. The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to consider it on 7/21/2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative item, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protest procedures. It implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. It directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests. The item was introduced on 7/20/2026, adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, and is scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. The file number is 261345. No specific project, site, address, parcel, or size is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a Miami-Dade County legislative item, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protest procedures. It implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. It directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Miami-Dade County is considering an ordinance (File Number: 261345) that implements recommendations from a Special Task Force to reduce inefficiencies in procurement, specifically concerning bid protests. Key changes include a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, potential recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), the allowance of motions to dismiss, and raising the informal protest threshold to $5,000,000. The ordinance also directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests with features like electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The ordinance is currently in committee.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a Miami-Dade County legislative item, File Number 261345, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protests. It implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. The ordinance was introduced on 7/20/2026, adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, and is scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. It also directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests. No specific project site, address, parcel, or size is stated. The document is a legislative matter, not a development project.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative matter, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protests, not a development project. It implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. It directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for the protest process. File Number: 261345. Introduced: 7/20/2026. Adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026. Status: In Committee. Prime Sponsor: Anthony Rodriguez. No specific project, site, or action is described beyond this procedural and administrative matter.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance amending Miami-Dade County procurement bid protest procedures, implementing recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21, and directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests. It was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This legislative matter, File Number 261345, concerns an ordinance relating to County procurement, specifically implementing recommendations from a Special Task Force to reduce inefficiencies in bid protests. Key changes include amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. Recommendations involve adding a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25,000,000), permitting motions to dismiss, raising the informal protest threshold to $5,000,000, and establishing a centralized, automated online portal for protest filings with strict electronic deadlines. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026 and was set for a public hearing before the Policy Council on September 8, 2026. The ordinance is currently 'In Committee'.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- In Committee (adopted on first reading)
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Board of County Commissioners in Miami-Dade County posted this record to its public file. The posted document carries a title and no readable project detail, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official document link above and watch for the fuller record the body posts later.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative item, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protest procedures in Miami-Dade County. It does not describe a specific development project, site, or construction work. The ordinance implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. Key changes include a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing recovery of attorney's fees for frivolous protests in procurements over $25,000,000, allowing motions to dismiss, raising the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000, and creating a centralized automated online portal for filing protests. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026 before the Board of County Commissioners and a public hearing before the Policy Committee on 9/8/2026. The prime sponsor is Anthony Rodriguez. The file number is 261345. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026; public hearing before Policy Committee scheduled for 9/8/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This legislative matter concerns an ordinance to implement recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, specifically focusing on bid protest procedures. Key changes include establishing a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing for recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), permitting motions to dismiss protests, and raising the informal protest threshold to $5 million. The ordinance also directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for the protest process with electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The ordinance was introduced on 7/20/2026 and is scheduled for an agenda on 9/1/2026. No public comment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a Miami-Dade County legislative item, File Number 261345, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protests. It implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026 before the Board of County Commissioners and a Policy Committee hearing on 9/8/2026. The ordinance is sponsored by Anthony Rodriguez. It does not describe a physical construction project, site, or land use change. The business opportunity is for contractors and trades involved in county procurement, as the ordinance changes bid protest procedures, including a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, recovery of attorney's fees for frivolous protests on procurements over $25,000,000, motions to dismiss, raising the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000, and creating a centralized online portal for filing protests. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a Miami-Dade County legislative item, File Number 261345, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protests. It implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026 before the Board of County Commissioners and a public hearing before the Policy Committee on 9/8/2026. The ordinance is sponsored by Anthony Rodriguez. It does not describe a specific construction or development project, site, or parcel.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026; public hearing before Policy Committee scheduled for 9/8/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Miami-Dade County is considering an ordinance (File Number: 261345) that implements recommendations from a Special Task Force to reduce inefficiencies in procurement, specifically concerning bid protests. Key changes include establishing a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25,000,000), permitting motions to dismiss protests, and raising the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000. The ordinance also directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for the protest process with features like electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The ordinance was introduced on 7/20/2026 and is tentatively scheduled for a public hearing on 9/1/2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (as requester of the Task Force's recommendations)
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a Miami-Dade County ordinance (File Number 261345) that implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement relating to bid protests. It amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. Key changes include adding a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based competitive procurements, allowing recovery of attorney's fees for frivolous protests in procurements valued over $25,000,000, allowing motions to dismiss in bid protest proceedings, raising the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000, and directing the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests with strict electronic filing deadlines. The ordinance was introduced on 7/20/2026, adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, and is scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. The prime sponsor is Anthony Rodriguez. No specific project site, address, parcel, or size is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to county procurement, specifically implementing recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement relating to bid protests. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Implementing Order 3-21. It directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for the protest process. The item was introduced on 7/20/2026, adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, and is scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. The ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for a public hearing before the Policy Committee on 9/8/2026. The prime sponsor is Anthony Rodriguez. The document does not describe a specific construction or development project.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This legislative item, File Number 261345, is an ordinance relating to County procurement, specifically addressing bid protest procedures. It implements recommendations from a Special Task Force to reduce inefficiencies. Key changes include establishing a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allowing for attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), permitting motions to dismiss protests, and raising the informal protest threshold to $5,000,000. It also mandates the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests with features like electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. The Board of County Commissioners is directing the County Mayor or designee to create the online portal and provide a report on its implementation within 90 days of the ordinance's effective date. The ordinance is currently 'In Committee'.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (requester: NONE)
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance amending Miami-Dade County procurement bid protest procedures. It does not describe a construction or development project. The ordinance implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, including a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, recovery of attorney's fees for frivolous protests in procurements over $25,000,000, allowing motions to dismiss, raising the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000, and creating a centralized automated online portal for filing protests. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026 and scheduled for public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
The document is a legislative matter for Miami-Dade County, File Number 261345, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protests. It was introduced on 7/20/2026, adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, and scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. The ordinance implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. Changes include a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, recovery of attorney's fees for frivolous protests in procurements over $25,000,000, motions to dismiss in bid protest proceedings, raising the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000, and creating a centralized automated online portal for filing protests. The ordinance becomes effective ten days after enactment unless vetoed. No specific project site, address, parcel, or acreage is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to county procurement, specifically implementing recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement relating to bid protests. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Implementing Order 3-21. It was introduced on 7/20/2026, adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, and is scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. The ordinance includes provisions for a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based competitive procurements, recovery of attorney's fees for frivolous bid protests in procurements valued over $25,000,000, motions to dismiss in bid protest proceedings, raising the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000, and creating a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests. No specific project site, address, or parcel is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026; status is In Committee
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative matter, File Number 261345, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protests. It was introduced on 7/20/2026, adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, and scheduled for a public hearing and second reading on 9/1/2026. The ordinance implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. It creates a centralized, automated online portal for bid protests, raises the informal protest threshold from $250,000 to $5,000,000, adds a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, allows motions to dismiss, and permits recovery of attorney's fees for frivolous protests in procurements valued over $25,000,000. The Prime Sponsor is Anthony Rodriguez. No specific project site, address, parcel, or acreage is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a Miami-Dade County legislative item, File Number 261345, an ordinance relating to county procurement and bid protests. It implements recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement, amending Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21. The ordinance was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026 before the Board of County Commissioners and a public hearing before the Policy Committee on 9/8/2026. The ordinance is sponsored by Anthony Rodriguez. It is currently in committee. No specific project, site, or address is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026; public hearing before Policy Committee scheduled for 9/8/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Miami-Dade County is considering an ordinance (File Number: 261345) to implement recommendations from a Special Task Force aimed at reducing inefficiencies in procurement, specifically concerning bid protests. Key changes include a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, potential recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), the allowance of motions to dismiss frivolous protests, and raising the informal protest threshold to $5 million. The ordinance also directs the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests with features like electronic fee submission, real-time tracking, automated notifications, and a docket of decisions. The matter is currently in committee. The Board of County Commissioners tentatively scheduled a public hearing for July 21, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance amending Miami-Dade County procurement bid protest procedures, implementing recommendations from the Special Task Force to Reduce Inefficiencies in Procurement. It was adopted on first reading on 7/21/2026, with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026. The ordinance amends Section 2-8.4 of the Code of Miami-Dade County and Implementing Order 3-21, and directs creation of an online protest portal. No specific construction project, site, or address is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; public hearing and second reading scheduled for 9/1/2026
PROCUREMENT TASK FORCE, BID PROTESTS
Miami-Dade County is considering an ordinance (File Number: 261345) to implement recommendations from a Special Task Force aimed at reducing inefficiencies in procurement, specifically concerning bid protests. Key changes include a 5-day objection period after the first step in two-step qualification-based procurements, the potential recovery of attorney's fees in frivolous bid protests (for procurements over $25 million), the allowance of motions to dismiss in bid protest proceedings, an increase in the informal protest threshold to $5 million, and the creation of a centralized, automated online portal for filing protests with strict electronic filing deadlines. The ordinance is currently before the Board of County Commissioners, with an agenda date of 9/1/2026. The Board of County Commissioners tentatively scheduled a public hearing for 7/21/2026. The ordinance is intended to streamline the protest process, improve transparency, and enhance fairness.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Before the Board
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING DATES FOR JULY 21, 2026
This legislative item, File Number 260064, is a report concerning proposed public hearing dates for ordinances submitted for first reading on July 21, 2026. The status is 'To Be Introduced' and it is pending BCC Assignment. The item was introduced on January 12, 2026, and the proposed agenda date is July 21, 2026, under Agenda Item Number 15B1. There is no specific project or development information detailed in this document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- To Be Introduced
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