Zabocs_and_Whisper_Equipment_Sole_Source_Letter_2024.pdf

This document is a sole source letter from Evoqua Water Technologies LLC dated February 1, 2024, addressed to Collier County, Florida, specifically located at 3339 Tamiami Trail E in Naples. The letter confirms that Evoqua Water Technologies is the exclusive provider and manufacturer of two specific product lines: Whisper biofilters/biotrickling filters and ZABOCS® biofilters/biotrickling filters. These product lines include complete biofilter systems, encompassing parts, media replacement, and service, and are not available through any other company or distributor.

The letter is part of a broader procurement process where Collier County intends to designate Evoqua Water Technologies as a single source provider for various water and environmental technologies. The scope includes purchasing chemicals, components, and services across multiple categories such as circular systems, filtration technologies, aerators, clarifiers, chemical feed systems, and specialized air pollution control systems. The sole source designation covers both liquid and vapor phase technologies, indicating a comprehensive approach to water and environmental management solutions for the county's infrastructure and treatment facilities.