1-Sole Source Letter.pdf

This is a sole source letter from ONICON Incorporated designating Original Solutions Company Inc. as its exclusive representative for flow and energy measurement products throughout Florida. The letter, dated May 15, 2025, confirms that Original Solutions Company Inc., located in Lakeland, Florida, serves as ONICON's sole distributor for all ONICON flow and energy measurement products across the state. The designation applies to all 3-digit zip code prefixes within Florida, and inquiries regarding ONICON products should be directed to Original Solutions Company Inc. at 863-701-0310 or sales@originalsolutionscompanyinc.com.

This sole source letter supports Hillsborough County's intended award of a sole source procurement to ONICON Incorporated for the repair and replacement of electromagnetic insertion flow and thermal energy meters at an estimated cost of $29,860.00. The procurement is justified under Section 3-205(2)(a) of the County's Procurement Policy, as ONICON is identified as the only manufacturer producing items meeting the salient specifications and distributes exclusively through regional representatives. The County reserves the right to extend the time period, adjust the scope of services, and increase the award amount as needed. Contractors challenging the intended award must submit clear and convincing information demonstrating bona fide competition and must do so by the specified close date through EUNA Procurement. The County will evaluate properly submitted challenges to determine whether to convert this to a competitive solicitation; absent challenges, the award will likely proceed following the close date.