26-0026_Written_Determination_Single-Sole_Source_signed.pdf
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- 26-0062
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- Lee County, Fruitville CDP, Florida
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This is a Single/Sole Source Written Determination filed by the Lee County Port Authority for the purchase and installation of replacement fire and security doors (Vigneaux shutters) for the Southwest Florida International Airport's Baggage Handling System. The procurement, Reference Number 26-0062, was initiated by Matthew Catoe in the Maintenance department on April 15, 2026, with authorization from Robert George, Senior Procurement Manager. The written determination was posted on April 16, 2026, and prospective vendors have fifteen (15) business days from the posting date to provide information regarding their ability to supply the commodities or contractual services. Following the review period, if the Authority determines that the commodities are available only from a sole/single source, it will proceed to finalize the purchase with approval from the Lee County Board of Port Commissioners for purchases above board level.
Vigneaux Corporation, represented by The Lenape Group LLC, is identified as the sole source provider for these baggage claim and ticket counter shutters. The corporation is the only manufacturer of these doors in the United States and maintains a complete inventory of proprietary replacement parts. Pricing is deemed reasonable based on historical cost and price comparisons with previous purchase order 25930951. The sole source justification is based on Vigneaux's proprietary control systems that integrate directly with the existing Baggage Handling System, utilizing open and close photo-eye technology to detect obstructions. Switching manufacturers would require extensive re-engineering of communication protocols, increase operational costs, introduce system vulnerabilities, and cause operational downtime. Standardizing on Vigneaux equipment ensures consistency across both the legacy terminal and newly constructed Concourse E, reducing maintenance staff training requirements and simplifying vendor management.
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LEE COUNTY PORT AUTHORITY
SINGLE/SOLE SOURCE NOTICE OF WRITTEN DETERMINATION
Date: Procurement Agent:
Client Department: Reference Number:
Title:
Vendor:
❖ Single-source purchases involve the acquisition of Commodities or Contractual Services from a specific vendor based upon standardization, warranty, compatibility, safety considerations, and other similar factors where other competitive sources may be available.
❖ Sole-source purchases involve the acquisition of Commodities or Contractual Services where there is only one authorized source for the required goods, service, system, software, or construction item.
Describe the goods and/or services required:
Provide an explanation, technical reasoning, or evidence the price is reasonable:
Explain why no other source of supply exists:
Sole/Single Source provider statement from vendor attached
Purchases above board level require approval of the Lee County Board of Port Commissioners. Posting of this written determination for fifteen (15) business days serves as NOTICE OF INTENT to make a single/sole source purchase. If determined by the Authority, after reviewing any information received from prospective vendors, that the commodities or contractual services are available only from a sole/single source, the Authority will proceed to finalize the purchase. Prospective vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to supply the commodities or contractual services described within fifteen (15) business days from the date of posting.
Authorized by: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________ Robert George Senior Procurement Manager
Rev 1/16/2025
April 16, 2026 Matthew Catoe Maintenance 26-0062 Vigneaux Fire/Security Shutter Replacements The Lenape Group, LLC - Vigneaux Corporation
04/15/2026
February 20, 2026
RE: Sole Source Justification
Vigneaux Corporation is a sole source for baggage claim and ticket counter shutters/doors. We are the only manufacturer of these doors in the United States and keep a complete stock of replacement parts in inventory. We have developed proprietary controls which integrate with the baggage system in Southwest Florida International Airport and warrant these products to perform throughout their useful life.
Our warehouse and office allow us to quickly respond to any service requirements you may have. If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me
Sincerely, VIGNEAUX CORP
Joseph Cangialosi VP Airport Operations
(732) 266-3170 josephc@vigneaux.com
26-0026_Written Determination_Single-Sole Source Final Audit Report 2026-04-15
Created: 2026-04-15
By: Matthew Catoe (mscatoe@flylcpa.com)
Status: Signed
Transaction ID: CBJCHBCAABAAbplBgQVKsKj6CklRCXXNV4m94BXTLBiz
"26-0026_Written Determination_Single-Sole Source" History Document created by Matthew Catoe (mscatoe@flylcpa.com)
2026-04-15 - 5:53:46 PM GMT
Document emailed to Robert George (rmgeorge@flylcpa.com) for signature
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Email viewed by Robert George (rmgeorge@flylcpa.com)
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Document e-signed by Robert George (rmgeorge@flylcpa.com) Signature Date: 2026-04-15 - 6:07:20 PM GMT - Time Source: server
Agreement completed.
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| Describe the goods andor services required: Purchase and installation of replacement fire and security doors for the Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) Baggage Handling System. Vigneaux Corporation has developed highly specific, proprietary controls that integrate directly with the existing Baggage Handling System (BHS) at RSW. These proprietary controls provide critical signaling to the BHS, utilizing open and close photo-eye technology to detect obstructions, thereby preventing damage to the fire shutters, conveyor belts, and surrounding personnel. | |
| Provide an explanation technical reasoning or evidence the price is reasonable: The pricing is deemed reasonable based on historical cost and price comparisons. Direct comparisons have been made to previous purchase orders, specifically PO 25930951. | |
| Explain why no other source of supply exists SoleSingle Source provider statement from vendor attached: Vigneaux Corporation is the sole manufacturer of these baggage-claim and ticket-counter doors in the United States. Procuring these doors from Vigneaux ensures that the legacy terminal and the newly constructed Concourse E use the same physical, software, and operational standards. A standardized environment reduces training for maintenance staff, simplifies routine troubleshooting, and consolidates vendor management. As the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and sole distributor, Vigneaux maintains a complete, on-hand inventory of proprietary replacement parts. Switching manufacturers would require extensive re-engineering of the airport's existing BHS communication protocols, increasing costs, introducing potential system vulnerabilities, and causing operational downtime. | |
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