Locking Devices, Plug Locks

The Clayton County Water Authority (CCWA) is pursuing a sole source procurement for Inner-Tite locking devices and plug locks, specifically designed for second-tier tampering prevention in water services. The procurement is targeted at acquiring specialized locking devices that are uniquely compatible with CCWA's older style curbstops, with Inner-Tite Corp. being the only identified supplier meeting the precise technical specifications. The contract opportunity, posted on May 20, 2025, has a response deadline of June 4, 2025, and involves a total purchase amount of $5,000.00. The procurement process requires public notice through the Georgia Procurement Registry, with a mandatory five-business-day window for potential suppliers to challenge the sole source designation if they believe they can meet the requirements. Key objectives include obtaining specialized locking devices that prevent unauthorized water service tampering and ensure infrastructure security.

The procurement appears to be unrestricted in terms of vendor set-asides or disadvantaged enterprise requirements, with the sole focus on technical compatibility and meeting CCWA's specific infrastructure needs. The sole source justification document indicates that the purchase is under $100,000, which does not require board presentation, suggesting a streamlined procurement process. The approval for this sole source purchase will remain valid for three years from the approval date of May 19, 2025. The vendor, Inner-Tite Corp., is located in Holden, Massachusetts, and has been identified as the exclusive provider capable of meeting the technical specifications for these specialized locking devices. While the current procurement is valued at $5,000.00, the sole source approval suggests potential for future purchases of similar devices, indicating a potential ongoing relationship between CCWA and Inner-Tite Corp.