NAFECO Rescue Tools

The City of Winter Park, Florida, located in Orange County, is conducting a single source procurement for NAFECO Rescue Tools, specifically seeking Holmatro rescue equipment and related services. The procurement is exclusively for NAFECO, the authorized dealer for Holmatro products in Florida, with the primary objective of ensuring consistent emergency response equipment across all city units. Key deliverables include rescue tools that will enable firefighters to effectively extract accident victims, with a focus on equipment compatibility and operational ease. The procurement notice was submitted by Dan Hagedorn on November 3, 2025, and will remain active for fifteen business days in accordance with Florida Statute 287.057. Prospective alternative suppliers must submit written notifications to the Procurement Division no later than five business days prior to the proposal due date, which is set for November 24, 2025. The City has not conducted comparative market research, relying instead on Holmatro's letter confirming NAFECO's exclusive distributorship status.

The procurement opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. NAFECO is positioned as the sole authorized vendor, with exclusive distribution and service rights for Holmatro products across five states, including Florida. The estimated fiscal year 2026 spending for this procurement is $50,000, with the potential for future obligations related to maintenance and compatible equipment matching the existing Holmatro inventory. The procurement is contingent upon NAFECO submitting vendor specifications and demonstrating capability to provide the requested products and services. Holmatro's authorization letter emphasizes that use of unauthorized sources or service technicians will void the lifetime warranty, effectively limiting potential competitors. The contract will obligate the City to the designated vendor for future purchases, particularly for maintenance and equipment that matches the current Holmatro inventory. Contact information is provided for NAFECO's Rescue Tool Manager, Sam Castanza, and Holmatro's Southeastern Regional Manager, Frank Bondra, for potential inquiries.