Ekon-O-Pak_Sole_Source_Letter.pdf

This is a sole source procurement letter for Lake County Schools in Florida, seeking to procure specialized lunchroom supplies and equipment for warehouse stock from Ekon-O-Pac, LLC. The procurement focuses on supplies specifically designed for the district's existing Ekon-O-Pac bagging system, including EPAC Sealing Tape, cold bags in multiple sizes, ovenable bags, and specialized film. The solicitation (bid number 25-1002-SS-KK943) was posted on October 2, 2025, with responses due by October 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The packaging system enables efficient preparation of fruits and vegetables using precisely sized and sealed bags, which streamlines operations compared to traditional portion cup methods. Lake County Schools serves 43,000 students and maintains the Ekon-O-Pac bagging system across all district schools.

The procurement is classified as sole source because alternative bagging supplies cannot integrate with the existing equipment, and other packaging methods would require increased manual labor and preparation time. Ekon-O-Pac, LLC, located in Gallatin, Tennessee, is the exclusive vendor for these specialized packaging supplies, with all products manufactured in the United States. The total acquisition cost is estimated at $45,000.00, with no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. The vendor's contact information includes phone (800.230.9340), email (orders@ekonopac.com), and website (www.ekonopac.com).