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This is a sole source procurement notice from Hillsborough County, Florida for the repair and replacement of ONICON electromagnetic insertion flow and thermal energy (BTU) meters. The county intends to award a sole source contract to ONICON INCORPORATED, the sole manufacturer producing meters that meet the county's salient specifications. The procurement encompasses a one-time purchase of ONICON meters to replace existing products currently installed across multiple county-owned buildings. The notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals; however, contractors able to provide all identified proprietary parts may submit clear and convincing information to challenge the intended award by the specified close date through the EUNA Procurement submission section. The county reserves the right to extend the time period, adjust the scope of services in response to changing conditions, and increase the award amount accordingly.

The estimated cost for this sole source procurement is $29,860.00. ONICON INCORPORATED is designated as the sole source because it is the only manufacturer meeting the county's specifications, and the manufacturer sells exclusively through one national or regional representative. This procurement is being made in accordance with Section 3-205(2)(a) of the County's Procurement Policy. The county will review any properly submitted challenges received by the deadline to determine whether bona fide competition exists; responses will be evaluated solely to determine whether to conduct the procurement as a competitive solicitation. Absent any challenges, an award is expected to be made after the close date.