Notice of intent to designate sole source midmark corporation

Collier County, Florida, is pursuing a sole source procurement for Midmark Corporation's Sani-Kennel systems for the Domestic Animal Services shelter. The procurement involves purchasing multiple sizes of dog, cat, and small pet kennels with specific technological features including Sani-slope and Silvis Seal technologies. Midmark Corporation has submitted a sole source letter confirming they are the exclusive provider of these configurable kennel systems in the United States. The procurement process is open from April 2, 2024, to April 9, 2024, at 3:00 PM EST, with responses to be submitted through the Collier County Procurement Services Division Online Bidding System. The intent is to designate Midmark Corporation as the sole source provider without competitive bidding, contingent on verifying that the specifications are non-restrictive and no alternative vendors exist. Vendors who disagree with the sole source designation must provide detailed documentation showing alternative qualified sources, with the Procurement Services Division retaining sole authority in making the final determination.

The procurement appears to have no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. No information is provided about disadvantaged enterprise participation or specific vendor eligibility requirements. The sole source letter indicates the kennels are designed for various animal care environments, including shelters, pet resorts, animal hospitals, and military operations, suggesting potential flexibility in application. While no specific award value or budget range is detailed in the documents, the procurement is focused on acquiring configurable kennel systems with specialized features for animal housing. The procurement process allows for a potential direct award to Midmark Corporation if no viable alternative vendors are identified, with the county determining the procurement's best interest. Contact information for further inquiries is provided through Midmark Corporation's Senior Marketing Manager at jfreytag@midmark.com.