AUMA Actuators, Parts and Service

Sarasota County, Florida is issuing an Invitation for Sole Source Submission (ISS) for the provision of AUMA actuators, parts, and service. The procurement is specifically intended to award a sole source contract to CS3 LLC DBA CS3 Waterworks, an exclusive authorized sales and service center for AUMA actuators within Florida and Georgia as designated by AUMA Actuators, Inc. through an authorization letter dated March 2, 2026. The deliverables and services include motor-operated valve projects utilizing AUMA's complete range of actuator products, the supply of genuine AUMA actuator parts, start-up and commissioning services, and factory-certified field service and maintenance on existing AUMA actuators, all provided with a standard one-year warranty from AUMA USA. The County reserves the right to cancel the sole source designation and conduct a competitive solicitation if other respondents demonstrate the ability to supply the same or substantially similar products and services. The question submission deadline is April 22, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., and all proposals must be submitted electronically through the designated procurement portal by April 27, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Respondents must complete an Intent to Sole Source Response form and provide supporting documentation to substantiate their qualifications and ability to meet the County's requirements.

The County has restricted responses to vendors authorized by AUMA to sell these products and services; unauthorized vendors will not be considered. CS3 Waterworks is identified as the incumbent vendor and current authorized service center for AUMA actuators in the specified regions. No specific award value, budget range, contract term duration, or pricing information has been disclosed in the solicitation documents. All respondents must comply with standard Sarasota County terms and conditions, including E-Verify employment eligibility verification, compliance with Florida statutes regarding boycotts and scrutinized companies, maintenance of required insurance coverage, and adherence to cybersecurity safeguards aligned with National Institute of Standards and Technology standards. Additionally, all respondents must complete the County's no-lobby affirmation requirement and restrict all communications to the designated procurement contact, Violeta Braescu.