Manufacturer_Letter.pdf

The document is a manufacturer's letter from Bosch Automotive Service Solutions Inc. for the Orlando Police Department's planned sole source procurement of Crash Data Retrieval (CDR) tools and accessories. The letter confirms that Bosch is the sole manufacturer of CDR units, accessories, and software, and that these products are exclusively available in the United States, Jamaica, and Canada through Crash Data Group as the sole distributor. The specific procurement involves a non-competitive acquisition of EDR (Event Data Recorder) tools, including kits for Hyundai/Kia and Tesla vehicles, with cables, adapters, and software, scheduled for purchase on Thursday, August 15, 2024, with a response due date of Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. (ET).

The sole source procurement (Sole Source Number: S24-0574) is specifically targeted at obtaining specialized EDR tools that provide direct access to vehicle crash data modules, particularly for Hyundai, Kia, and Tesla vehicles. The procurement aims to enhance the Orlando Police Department's crash reconstruction capabilities by obtaining the only available method to access these specific vehicle's Event Data Recorder information. The document invites alternative suppliers to submit product information, qualifications, or capabilities to the Purchasing Agent (Tracie Brown) via email if they believe they can provide equivalent products, with a seven-calendar-day window for such submissions.