NOTICE_OF_INTENT_TO_SINGLE_SOURCE_IXOM_WATERCARE_INC.pdf

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COLLIER COUNTY

SINGLE SOURCE

FOR

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SINGLE SOURCE IXOM WATERCARE

INC

Jasmine Martinez, Strategist I

Procurement Services Division

3295 Tamiami Trail East, Bldg. C-2,Naples, FL, 34112 jasmine.martinez@collier.gov

(239) 252-8465

Single Source Title: NOTICE OF INTENT TO SINGLE SOURCE IXOM WATERCARE INC

Table Of Contents

1. NOTICE OF INTENT TO DESIGNATE SINGLE SOURCE

2. NOTICE OF PROPOSED INTENT

3. SINGLE SOURCE INFORMATION

4. ACTION TO BE TAKEN

5. RESPONSE SUBMITTALS

6. ATTACHMENTS

1. NOTICE OF INTENT TO DESIGNATE SINGLE SOURCE

NOTICE OF INTENT NUMBER: PUR 22560

TITLE: NOTICE OF INTENT TO SINGLE SOURCE IXOM WATERCARE

INC

RELEASE DATE: Wednesday, November 4, 2026

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Thursday, November 26, 2026 @ 3:00 pm

2. NOTICE OF PROPOSED INTENT

As requested by the Procurement Services -Contracts Section (hereinafter, the “Division or Department”), the

Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division (hereinafter, “County”) intends to designate single source 11/25/2026-11/24/2029 and award without competition if it is determined to be in the best interest of the County. The Notice of Intent to Designate Single Source is not a request for pricing or a commitment to purchase.

The Procurement Ordinance, 25-34, Section Twelve, Alternative Procurement Methods defines single source as follows:

• Single Source as commodities or contractual services that are available only from a single source, or the use of such source is both economically and operationally in the County's best interest.

3. SINGLE SOURCE INFORMATION

Manufacturer Name: IXOM WATERCARE INC

Vendor/Provider Name: IXOM WATERCARE INC

Description of Intended Products or Services Provided:

The Service Program is for two (2) SolarBee SB10000 v20 solar powered circulation machines, including intake hose assemblies, mooring systems, anchor chain, factory delivery, placement, startup, and associated service program. Equipment will be used for long distance circulation in storm water ponds to control cyanobacteria (blue green algae) blooms, reduce odor, and improve water quality. Replacement parts, service, and monitoring (HiveLinx) are also included as part of the ongoing operational needs.

Ixom Watercare is the sole manufacturer of the SolarBee system, and the County has historical precedence using this equipment at other stormwater ponds. Existing units have demonstrated effective algae control, improved water quality, and reduced odor complaints. The County already has investment in SolarBee technology, including parts, training, and service programs. Procurement has previously approved Ixom as a sole source vendor for similar equipment.

This purchase is essential to County operations because the IXOM SolarBee circulation equipment provides continuous water movement that reduces harmful cyanobacteria blooms, improves dissolved oxygen, and mitigates odor and public health concerns in County stormwater ponds. These machines support compliance with environmental standards, protect public infrastructure, and improve water quality conditions for surrounding neighborhoods and parks. Without circulation equipment, stagnant conditions increase algae growth, odor complaints, and potential toxicity risks.

Single Source Justification: NO VALUE

4. ACTION TO BE TAKEN

No action is required if you agree the proposed purchase is a valid Single Source. If you disagree, Respondents shall respond prior to the closing date and time specified herein and provide written explanation or other documentation contesting the proposed designation. Respondents must submit the following information:

A. The name of the interested party; and

B. A detailed explanation consisting of documentation showing that there are other qualified sources for the identified services herein.

This is not an invitation to submit a bid or quote. Respondents are not to provide pricing.

All responses will be reviewed by the Procurement Services Division and the Division requesting the product or service which will be the sole determining power in establishing the approved equal status of the commodity offered by the respondent. The Procurement Services Division shall consider such responses and notify all submittal respondents of the decision whether to designate as a Single Source, which decision shall not be submit to objection, protest, or appeal.

The Procurement Services Division staff is the only authorized contact for inquiring or responding to this notice. All responses shall be submitted online via the Collier County Procurement Services Division Online

Bidding System: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/collier-county-fl

5. RESPONSE SUBMITTALS

1. Intent to Singe Source Response Form*

Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• Intent_to_Single_Source_res...

*Response required

2. Miscellaneous Documents https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/collier-county-fl https://government-project.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/89868/bd347e92-05d1-4f9f-9a6c-1049bce47590_Intent_to_Single_Source_response_form_9-9-2025.pdf