Common use of Owner Direct Purchase Clause in Contracts

Owner Direct Purchase. Pursuant to Florida Statutes, Section 212.08(6), and Florida Administrative Code, Number 12A-1.094, Orange County Florida is exempt from Florida Sales Tax for the purchase of construction materials, supplies and/or equipment incorporated into a construction project. For construction Contracts valued at $10,000,000, or lesser amounts as determined by the County, the County may, at its discretion, use the direct purchase method for large dollar value equipment and materials that realize a tax savings of at least $5000. Direct purchases will be negotiated with the Contractor based on those items identified by the Professional. The final determination as to whether to direct purchase any materials or equipment shall be made by the Manager of the Procurement Division after consultation with the County’s Project Manager. When it has been determined that the use of direct purchases is warranted, the, Orange County Owner Direct Purchase Provision in the #Special Terms and Conditions shall govern.