Notice of Intent of Sole Source - Fairbanks Scales, Inc.

Pasco County, Florida is pursuing a sole source procurement for Fairbanks Scales, Inc. to provide original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts, repairs, service, and technical support. The procurement is a direct award without competitive bidding, based on Fairbanks Scales being the exclusive manufacturer of their specific equipment and the sole authorized provider of associated products and services. The notice was posted on August 4, 2020, with a response deadline of August 14, 2020, giving potential respondents approximately ten days to review and potentially file protests. The procurement specifically requires Fairbanks Scales to supply replacement parts, perform repairs, offer field services, and provide comprehensive technical support for their proprietary equipment. Any written protests must be filed by 5:00 p.m. on the seventh business day after the award recommendation is posted, in accordance with Section 2-124 of the Pasco County Purchasing Ordinance (Ord. 18-16). Failure to file a protest within the prescribed timeframe will result in a waiver of potential protest rights.

The procurement appears to be a non-competitive, sole source contract with no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types. The intended award amount is $30,000.00, which suggests a relatively modest budget for parts, repairs, and support services. No incumbent vendors or alternative providers are mentioned, underscoring Fairbanks Scales' unique position as the sole manufacturer and service provider for their specific equipment. The contract does not indicate any requirements for integration with existing infrastructure or technology beyond the scope of Fairbanks Scales' own products. Interested parties can contact the Pasco County Purchasing Department at 727-847-8194 for additional information. The procurement is specifically for Fairbanks Scales' products and services, with no provisions for alternative vendors or competitive bidding.