Chesterton Products

Sarasota County is conducting a sole source procurement for Chesterton Products through Southeast Pump Specialist, Inc., specifically targeting mechanical seals and seal repair kits for vertical turbine pumps used in county water and wastewater plants. The procurement covers a three-year period from 04/20/2022 to 04/19/2025, with an estimated annual expenditure of $25,000. Vendors must be authorized by A.W. Chesterton Company to sell these products, and the county reserves the right to convert to a competitive solicitation if other vendors can demonstrate equivalent product capabilities. Key submission requirements include electronic response submission through https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/scgov, with a response deadline of March 20, 2025, at 5:00 pm. Potential respondents must complete an Intent to Sole Source Response form and meet specific qualifications related to product authorization and distribution capabilities. The procurement emphasizes the importance of maintaining a complete product inventory with full factory support and extending all manufacturer warranties.

The solicitation is specifically limited to vendors authorized by A.W. Chesterton Company, effectively restricting participation to pre-approved distributors. Southeast Pump Specialist, Inc. is currently identified as the sole authorized distributor of Mechanical Seals, Mechanical Packing, Engineering Polymer Solutions, IL MOR, and ARC Products for the State of Florida, including Sarasota County. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation. The existing infrastructure involves vertical turbine pumps in county water and wastewater facilities, with the procurement focusing on replacement parts and repair kits that can be customized for various applications. The total potential contract value is approximately $75,000 over the three-year period, with annual expenditures capped at $25,000. The county's procurement approach prioritizes efficiency, with an emphasis on products that can save time and money through quick reassembly and customization capabilities.