Notice of intent to single source bluegreen US water technologies, INC.

Collier County, Florida, through its Procurement Services Division, has issued a Notice of Intent to Single Source BlueGreen US Water Technologies, Inc. for the procurement of specialized algaecide granules. The specific products being sought are Lake Guard Blue, Lake Guard Oxy, and Lake Guard Dew, which are patented floating and time-release algaecide granules registered with both EPA and NSF. These unique products are distinguished by their ability to self-distribute alongside wind and water currents in the same manner as algae, a capability exclusively offered by BlueGreen. The procurement covers a period from May 21, 2025, to September 30, 2030, with a submission deadline of May 29, 2025, at 3:00 pm. The county is conducting this as a single source acquisition, seeking to verify whether the specifications are non-restrictive and can be met by multiple companies. Interested parties who believe they can provide alternative solutions are invited to submit documentation demonstrating their capabilities, though they are explicitly instructed not to include pricing information.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types mentioned in the documentation. The county's Procurement Services Division will retain sole discretion in evaluating and approving alternative commodity offerings. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated, the long-term contract duration from 2025 to 2030 suggests a potentially significant procurement opportunity. The single source approach indicates a strong preference for BlueGreen US Water Technologies, Inc., based on the unique characteristics of their algaecide granules. Vendors interested in challenging the single source designation must provide comprehensive documentation proving their ability to meet the specific technical requirements of the algaecide product. The county's evaluation will focus on technical capabilities, product specifications, and the ability to provide a solution that matches the performance characteristics of the BlueGreen products.