SS-2025-3088_Repairs_of_Allison_Transmission.pdf

SCHOOL BOARD OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT

200 N. Clara Avenue DeLand, FL 32720

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SINGLE SOURCE

POSTING DATE: February 26, 2025 PROCUREMENT CONTACT: Jennifer Deveaux, Buyer TELEPHONE: 386-734-7190 ext. 20394 E-MAIL: jldeveau@volusia.k12.fl.us

NOTICE TITLE & NUMBER:

SS-2025-3088 Repair and Maintenance of Allison Transmissions

RESPONSE DUE DATE & TIME:

March 11, 2025; 7:00 PM

NOTE: RESPONSES RECEIVED AFTER THE DUE DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

DIRECTIONS: The commodities or contractual services listed on Page 2 of this Notice of Intent (NOI) is available only from a single or sole source and may be exempted from competitive solicitation requirements, as stated in 6A-1.012(12)(d) Florida Administrative Code (FAC). Unless a notice to the contrary with sufficient information is received from companies by the date indicated that can provide "like" or "comparable" products and services, the School Board shall proceed with the purchase on the basis that they are single source to the provider listed and are exempted as defined by FAC. This cover sheet with all reference material must be received via e-mail at the address above. The School Board reserves the right to decide equivalence of alternatives proposed.

THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED, SIGNED, AND RETURNED AS PART OF YOUR RESPONSE. YOUR RESPONSE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT THIS FORM, SIGNED BY AN AUTHORIZED AGENT OF THE PROVIDER.

COMPANY NAME:

MAILING ADDRESS:

CITY, STATE, ZIP

FEDERAL EMPLOYER S IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (FEIN):

TELEPHONE NUMBER: FACSIMILE NUMBER:

Email:

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE: TYPED OR

PRINTED NAME:

TITLE: DATE:

NOTICE: Decisions concerning responses to this Notice of Intent will be posted to VendorLink, the third-party notification website and is accessible at https://www.myvendorlink.com/external/login. Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3) Florida Statutes will constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and School Board Rules. Recommendations are available through the website usually within one week after the “Response Due Date” and notices will not be mailed.

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1. Scope of Work:

1.1 Repair and Maintenance of Allison Transmissions, addressing specific mechanical problems and replacing worn or damaged components.

1.2 Services to be provided include:

1.2.1 Diagnostic services to identify transmission issues and determine appropriate repair or rebuilding strategies

1.2.2 Complete rebuilding of Allison transmissions when necessary, restoring them to optimal performance standards

1.2.3 Supply and installation of genuine or approved aftermarket parts for Allison transmissions

1.2.4 Sales and installation of transmission controllers compatible with Allison systems, ensuring proper integration.

1.2.5 Programming and calibration of transmission control units to ensure optimal functionality and performance.

1.2.6 Provision of detailed reports outlining diagnostics, repairs performed, and recommendations for future maintenance

1.2.7 Expertise in servicing various Allison transmission models used in school buses and other vehicles for the School Board of Volusia County, FL.

1.2.8 Maintenance of an inventory of commonly needed Allison transmission parts to minimize vehicle downtime

1.2.9 Strict adherence to manufacturer specifications and industry best practices in all repair and rebuilding processes

1.2.10 Provision of one (1) year warranty coverage for all repair and rebuilding services performed

1.2.11 Regular communication with the district fleet management regarding service status, timelines, and any required approvals.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SINGLE SOURCE

Decisions pertaining to single sourcing are valid for one year after the approval by the School Board and must be re-posted and validated annually.

Intent to Purchase

The School Board of Volusia County, Florida seeks to procure repair and maintenance services for Allison transmissions, including the diagnosis, repair, and replacement of worn or damaged components to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

The intended vendor for this Single Source solicitation is:

Transdiesel of Florida, LLC.

3710 North Orange Blossom Trail Orlando, FL 32804

Approximate annual expenditure is $40,000.00.

Any notice of intent to protest this Single Source posting shall be e-mailed to jldeveau@volusia.k12.fl.us before the due date shown on page one, along with a reason.

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