Notice of intent to sole source belt press dewatering and services

Collier County, Florida is pursuing a sole source procurement for belt press dewatering equipment and services from Komline-Sanderson, specifically targeting equipment, parts, and services for existing belt press dewatering systems located at two county treatment facilities. The procurement is critical for sludge treatment processes, waste disposal management, and meeting Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) permitting requirements. The intended contract period runs from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with a notice of intent posted on July 22, 2024, and a response deadline of July 29, 2024, at 3:00 pm. The county has identified Komline-Sanderson as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for their current belt filter press systems, which are covered by specific U.S. Patents and designed to original specifications. Potential respondents are invited to submit written documentation challenging the sole source designation, though they are explicitly instructed not to include pricing information. All submissions must be made through the Collier County Procurement Services Division Online Bidding System, with the division retaining sole discretion in evaluating alternative source claims.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Komline-Sanderson is the incumbent and proposed sole source vendor, with their main office and factory located in Peapack, New Jersey. The existing infrastructure consists of two belt press dewatering systems currently in use at county treatment facilities, which require direct, manufacturer-specific parts and services. While no specific award value or budget range is explicitly stated in the documentation, the procurement is focused on maintaining and supporting critical wastewater treatment infrastructure. The county's approach emphasizes direct procurement from the manufacturer to ensure compatibility, correct replacement parts, and continued operational efficiency of their existing systems. Respondents challenging the sole source designation must provide detailed explanations of potential alternative sources, though the procurement services division will make the final determination on the validity of such claims.