McCrometer 24 inch Model 395L, 316 SS, Forward Flow Full Profile Insertion Magnetic Flow Meter, dual 4-20mA process outputs and installation assistance.

The City of St. Petersburg, located in Pinellas County, Florida, is seeking to procure a specialized McCrometer 24-inch Model 395L Forward Flow Full Profile Insertion Magnetic Flow Meter through a sole source solicitation (SS-24-206). The specific procurement involves a 316 stainless steel flow meter with dual 4-20mA process outputs, designed for pipes with an internal diameter between 22.75 and 24.99 inches and capable of measuring flows ranging from 410 to 33,000 gallons per minute. The procurement includes the flow meter itself, mounting hardware, an AC converter, 25 feet of dual submersible cable, and on-site installation assistance from a factory-trained and certified technician. The flow meter must feature a stainless steel body and electrodes, NSF-approved fusion bonded epoxy coating, and meet specific technical specifications outlined in the solicitation. The response deadline is June 14, 2024, at 1:38 pm, with electronic submissions required through the city's procurement portal. Potential vendors are encouraged to submit product information, statements of qualifications, and capabilities within a seven-business-day window if they believe they can provide an equivalent product or service.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are explicitly stated, the solicitation appears to be open to potential suppliers who can demonstrate equivalent product capabilities. The sole source notice indicates that The Avanti Company is the exclusive representative for McCrometer products in Florida, Alabama, and Georgia for municipal markets, as confirmed by a Sole Source Letter dated January 23, 2024. The total project value is $14,326.00, which breaks down to $12,826.00 for the magnetic flow meter, $1,200.00 for onsite installation assistance, and $300.00 for freight. The flow meter comes with a 2-year warranty and will be produced in compliance with government regulations including Fair Labor Standards Act, OSHA, and Equal Employment Opportunity Executive orders. The lead time for the project is estimated at 4-5 weeks, and the quote remains valid for 30 days from the issue date. Existing infrastructure considerations include compatibility with municipal water and wastewater systems, with the meter designed for retrofits, upgrades, and maintenance projects.