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Action Item - 31.

Title: Contract with Jacobs Music Co. - Purchase of Musical Instruments and Equipment ($300,000)

Board of Education Meeting Date:
  10/17/2019

Action under consideration

 The Administration recommends that the Board of Education authorize The School District of Philadelphia, through the Superintendent or his designee, to execute and perform a contract, subject to funding, as follows: 

 With:
Jacobs Music Co., Inc. 

 Purpose: 
Purchase of musical instruments and equipment

 Start date: 10/18/2019

 End date: 6/30/2020
 Compensation not to exceed: $300,000 
 Location: 
All Schools


 Renewal Options:  No

 Description:
This contract establishes a source for the purchase of musical equipment and instruments for high school music programs. Items to be purchased include digital instruments, digital recording, and music production equipment. These resources will support a well-rounded music program.

 Anchor Goal(s) Supported: Anchor Goal 1 - 100% of students will graduate ready for college or career   

 Related resolution(s)/approval(s): 
June 21, 2018; A-34
 Office Originating Request: Academic Support