Andritz_Sole_Source_Letter.pdf

This is a Sole Source Letter from the City of Holly Hills, Florida, notifying the public of its intention to procure equipment components exclusively from Andritz Separation, Inc., the original equipment manufacturer holding sole rights to multiple product lines including Andritz-Ruthner, Bird Machine, Netzsch, R & B, and Humboldt. The City seeks to purchase pumps, brushes, and spray nozzles for a 400394583 Heavy Duty Belt Press Model Pilgrim 2.2M EG-5 separator. The notice establishes a seven-day public notice period during which interested parties may submit protests or objections to the sole source procurement determination. No competitive bidding process or bid opening will occur as part of this acquisition.

The sole source justification is predicated on Andritz Separation, Inc.'s exclusive ownership and manufacturing rights to the specified equipment and compatible replacement parts, making alternative sources unavailable. This procurement methodology eliminates the need for competitive solicitation, allowing the City to directly purchase the required components from the sole source provider. The seven-day notice period serves as the opportunity for public review and challenge of the sole source determination before the City may proceed with the direct purchase from Andritz Separation, Inc.