25-53_NoFlood_Filter_-_SDPA.pdf

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) 25-53: Storm Drain Protection Act

This is not an invitation to submit a bid or quote.

This RFI is intended to verify whether the specifications for a specified commodity and/or item is non-restrictive and if more than one company can provide such commodity and/or item.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Jacqueta Scott, Procurement

Manager

Email:

jscott@cityofoviedo.net

Phone: (407) 971-5534

ISSUED DATE: August 28, 2025

VALID FOR FY24-25/25-26

(August 28, 2025 – September 30, 2026)

NOTICE END DATE: September 19, 2025 @ 012:00 P.M. (EST)

DEADLINE FOR WRITTEN QUESTIONS: Not Applicable

SOLICITATION RESPONSE: Responses will be received until the above notice end date or as otherwise amended. Late responses will not be accepted.

Responses may be submitted electronically by emailing the Purchasing Division

(purchasing@cityofoviedo.net), or hand-delivered to: City of Oviedo, Purchasing

Division, 400 Alexandria Blvd., Oviedo, Florida 32765

Pursuant to Florida Statute, Section 287.057, notice is hereby given that the following product / service may be a single source.

• Manufacturer / Service Provider: Storm Drain Protection Act Product / Service: Sole provider of NoFlood Filters for stormwater inlet filtration products

Prospective respondents that disagree and believe that they are a qualified supplier capable of providing the same product or service are requested to provide information regarding their ability to do so.

Respondents are not to provide pricing with their response until asked to do so. All responses will be evaluated by the Purchasing Division and the appropriate requesting Department, who shall jointly render the final decision in establishing the approved equal status of the commodity offered.

All services, programs and activities of the City of Oviedo are offered and solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. For information regarding the City’s Title VI Nondiscrimination Policy, Plan and Procedures please visit www.cityofoviedo.net mailto:jscott@cityofoviedo.net mailto:purchasing@cityofoviedo.net http://www.cityofoviedo.net/

The Storm Drain Protection Act 16103 Lee Rd Unit 212 Ft.Myers Fl, 33912 239-770-8315 Agency@sdpa-usa.org 8/27/2025

Sole Source Justification for NoFlood Filters

To Whom It May Concern, The Storm Drain Protection Act, a registered non-profit organization dedicated to preserving our waterways and protecting plant, animal, and human life through effective storm drain protection and filtration, is issuing this letter to formally identify NoFlood Filters as the sole source provider for stormwater inlet filtration products used in our programs and projects.

After comprehensive review and evaluation of available technologies, The Storm Drain Protection Act has determined that NoFlood Filters meet and exceed all necessary performance, environmental, and cost-efficiency standards required to fulfill our mission. The reasons for this sole source designation are outlined below:

1. FDEP Approval NoFlood Filters are approved by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), for the use of this Non-Point Grant Opportunity ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and permitting standards critical to our operations.

2. Proven Lab Performance Independent laboratory testing has confirmed that NoFlood Filters effectively capture a wide range of pollutants, including Total Nitrogen, Total Phosphorus, heavy metals such as zinc, copper, lead, and nickel, as well as microbial contaminants including enterococci and E. coli. These capabilities are essential to meeting water quality goals and public health protections.

3. American-Made Product NoFlood Filters are manufactured in the United States, ensuring high-quality materials, domestic job support, and reduced environmental impact from overseas shipping.

4. Verified Flow Rates Flow rate performance has been independently validated through third-party testing and Technical Readiness Index (TRI) assessments, ensuring effective performance during storm events without compromising drainage system capacity.

5. Superior Comparative Performance In comparative analysis against similar products, NoFlood Filters demonstrated higher pollutant capture efficiency and operational reliability, validating their superiority for our applications.

6. Cost-Effectiveness NoFlood Filters offer a more cost-effective solution over the product lifecycle due to their affordability, ease of maintenance, and long-term durability.

7. Enhanced Durability Designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions and repeated use, NoFlood Filters offer greater longevity compared to alternatives, reducing replacement frequency and long-term costs.

8. FDOT Approval Approved by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for use in stormwater management applications

In summary, based on their regulatory approval, proven performance, cost advantages, and unique capabilities, NoFlood Filters represent the only filtration solution currently available that satisfies all the criteria required by The Storm Drain Protection Act. For this reason, we are issuing this sole source justification.