LTC 084-2024 Retirement of Chief Procurement OfficerDocuSign Envelope ID: 872BCF04-3259-4828-90B1-81 D55E1 BFDC6
MIAMI BEACH
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
NO. LTC #
084-2024
LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO:
FROM:
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Honorable Mayor Steven MeiG ~d;J\ll~bers of the City Commission
Aina T. Hudak, City Managerl lliwa. T. Hlad.
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March 6, 2024
SUBJECT: Retirement of Chief Procurement Officer
The purpose of this Letter to Commission (LTC) is to inform you that Alex Denis, our respected Chief
Procurement Officer, has submitted his retirement letter and will be stepping down from his role
effective April 30, 2024.
Alex has been an integral part of the City of Miami Beach for over a decade. He joined the team during a
challenging period when the procurement function faced turmoil following a state attorney's investigation
that resulted in the arrest and indictment of the former director on corruption charges. Through his
dedication and unwavering commitment to public trust, Alex has transfo rmed the procurement
department into a nationally recognized entity for excellence and best practices.
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In recognition of his leadership, the Procurement Department earned the prestigious Quality Public
Procurement Department (QP PD ) accreditation from the National Institute for Governmental
Procurement (NIGP) in 2023. This accreditation signifies adherence to established best practices and
standards, a distinction achieved by only 69 Cities throughout the United States and Canada.
Additionally, Alex's contributions extend beyond his professional duties. In 2019, he was honored with the
Volunteer of the Year award from the Institute for Public Procurement, showcasing his dedication to
service and excellence.
Under Alex's tenure, the Procurement Department has achieved significant milestones, including having
10 0% of eligible procurement staff accredited. In FY 2021 he transitioned to a fully electronic procurement
process. This transition has brought numerous benefits to both vendors and the City, such as cost
reduction, streamlined processes, and increased vendor outreach, ultimately maximizing competition and
value for the city.
We are grateful for Alex's leadership, dedication, and contributions to the City of Miami Beach.
Please join me in extending our warmest wishes to Alex for a fulfilling and joyous retirement.
CC: Rafael A Paz, City Attorney
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
Joe M. Centorino, Inspector General
Executive Staff
Department Directors