FWC SS 21/22-08 forum-direct winter/rain gear

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking to procure Forum-Direct Winter/Rain Gear for its Law Enforcement division through a single-source procurement. The required items include the FORUM-DIRECT series R521s, X510, X520s, X520Ws, X540, and X540W GORE-TEX outer shell jackets, inner soft shell liners, pants, and hoods. FWC has determined that Forum Industries Inc. DBA Forum-Direct is the sole provider of the approved and branded outerwear for FWC Law Enforcement Officers. The contract term is 3 years from the date of award, and the estimated dollar amount for this single-source purchase is $471,600.00. Any prospective vendors must provide information regarding their ability to supply the requested commodities by May 13, 2022. Forum-Direct's products are justified as the sole source due to their unique features, including the use of highly breathable and durable PTFE fabric, and their ability to provide the approved FWC print and logos.

This procurement is open to all vendors, but Forum-Direct is the only vendor that can meet the agency's requirements for consistent and approved winter and rain gear for FWC Law Enforcement Officers. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor for this contract is Forum-Direct, and no existing infrastructure or technology integration is required.