Subject:
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Approval of the agreement with Inner Circle Sports, LLC for MLB Consulting Services.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approval by the County Administrator of the agreement with Inner Circle Sports, LLC (ICS) for MLB Consulting Services.
• ICS will provide Pinellas County with strategy, review, and assistance with navigating the negotiation process as it relates to transactions within Major League Baseball (MLB) and other leagues.
• This consulting agreement is effective for a period of ten (10) months for a not to exceed amount of $220,000.00.
• Funding is derived from the General Government Fund.
Contract No. 22-0412-A in the amount of $220,000.00, effective for 10 months from final execution date of agreement.
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Strategic Plan:
Foster Continual Economic Growth and Vitality
4.6 Support a vibrant community with recreation, arts, and culture to attract residents and visitors
Summary:
The purpose of this consulting agreement is to provide Pinellas County with strategy, review, and assistance with navigating the negotiation process as it relates to transactions within MLB and other leagues as key business points.
Background/Explanation:
This agreement will start the process of negotiations for a new stadium within the Tampa-St. Petersburg Metropolitan Area as a result of the 2027 end of the lease at Tropicana Field with the Tampa Bay Rays.
Fiscal Impact:
Estimated 10-month expenditure: $220,000.00
Funding is derived from the General Government Fund.
Delegated Authority:
Authority for the County Administrator to sign this agreement is granted under Code Section 2-178(j).
Staff Member Responsible:
Merry Celeste, Division Director, Purchasing & Risk, Administrative Services
Joe Lauro, Director, Administrative Services
Partners:
N/A
Attachments:
Services Agreement