|
.jpg) The idea behind RESPECT is simple: State and local government agencies purchase products and services they need and at the same time help to employ persons with disabilities. RESPECT works with nonprofit organizations throughout the State of Florida to provide these products and services to you. Our products and services span technologies and industries, providing a wide array of training opportunities for Florida's citizens with disabilities.
|
RESPECT Mission Statement:
To facilitate the placement of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment, using all methods of employment and training to achieve that end.
RESPECT Vision Statement:
Individuals with disabilities are enabled by RESPECT of Florida to achieve self-determined competitive employment.
|
|
|
 Goodwill Industries- Big Bend, Inc. is Making Headlines
June 2010 - Keeping Florida beautiful; Starting this past January, Goodwill Big Bend, in partnership with Respect of Florida, began a one-year contract with the Florida Department of Transportation. Their mission is to pick up litter on selected state highways and to mow the grass around DOT holding ponds. DOT likes the Contract Crew's work so much they've already approved the contract for 2011 and gave them a second contract, adding more highways to the list. This additional contract will allow Goodwill to hire many more workers and at least one additional supervisor. To read the Panama City News Herald story, go here.
|
| |
|
We are pleased to announce that RESPECT of Florida is the new state contracted supplier of drug & alcohol screening supplies effective February 1, 2010.
 The partnership between the Department of Management Services (DMS) and RESPECT of Florida has been in development for the past two years with many hours being spent working to provide a comprehensive catalog of quality products and services. Please take some time to review our online product offerings.
All products are available for immediate delivery. If you need assistance please contact a customer service representative at (850) 942-0905 ext 110.
During the development stage of this contract we have had the privilege to meet many of you however we would like to hear from everyone. Please email us and we will send you a catalog in order to effectively meet your buying needs and exceed your purchasing expectations.
|
|
|
When you purchase a RESPECT product, you are helping to employ Florida citizens with disabilities, reducing their dependence on welfare and the need for costly institutionalization. Agencies receive high quality products, which have been independently reviewed by the Department of Management Services in terms of meeting quality and cost requirements. Browse our catalog today!
Bicycle Racks and Sandblasted Signs for RESPECT of Florida are produced by Jeff Industries.
|
|
|
RESPECT Employment Centers are located all throughout the State of Florida. Visit participating RESPECT Employment Centers and their websites!
Employment Center Certification:
This Certification Packet has all information needed to submit for EC certification. Packet includes: Checklist, 60E-1 Florida Administrative Code, Certfification Application, Chapter 413 information, and Definitions.
Request for Assignment Form - used by Employment Centers when asking for the right to develop a specific product or service for assignment.
If you need additional information, please contact our office.
** Certified Employment Centers: Don't forget to login to check new invitations to bid! **
|
|
|
In accordance with Section 413.036, Florida Statutes, all purchases of commodities and services on the RESPECT procurement list shall be made under the terms, prices, and conditions of the procurement list by agencies of the state and any political subdivision of the state.
Rule 60E-1: Commission for Purchase from the Blind or Other Severely Handicapped
Competitive Bidding Exemption:
In the purchase by ordering office of commodities and services on the procurement list, purchasing offices are exempt from the competitive bidding requirements of Chapter 287, Part I, Florida Statutes, or other applicable local ordinances- Section 60E-1.005, Florida Administrative Code.
RESPECT Policies & Procedures - revised 6/23/09
|
|
|
RESPECT provides a variety of services the state and local government agencies such as: 