Non-Competitive_Oversight_Committee_Justification_Form_(29).docx

This document is a Non-Competitive Oversight Committee Justification Form for Pinellas County Utilities, focusing on a sole source procurement for sewer inspection equipment replacement parts and repairs. The project involves the continued use of Granite Net Software Maintenance and Support from Cues Inc., with a total budget estimate of $130,000 for a yearly engagement. The contract is a continuation of a previous agreement (Contract No.156-0533-SS) that has been in place since July 18, 2006, specifically for purchasing Original Equipment Manufactured (OEM) components and parts for existing CUES TV equipment.

The justification for the non-competitive purchase is based on CUES-Orlando being the sole manufacturer and authorized source of genuine replacement parts and services for Pinellas County Utilities' existing CUES TV equipment. The procurement is recommended due to compatibility and warranty considerations, with the Non-Competitive Oversight Committee members Merry Celeste, Don Crowell, Chris Rose, and the Department ACA reviewing and approving the sole source method. The document indicates that the vendor has been consistently utilized for over 15 years, and the current procurement ensures continued maintenance and support of the county's sewer inspection equipment.