Notice of intent to sole source EH equipment, parts, and services

Collier County is pursuing a sole source procurement for specialized water treatment and measurement equipment through its Procurement Services Division, targeting Endress + Hauser (EH) and ProMinent branded products for the Wastewater Division. The procurement specifically covers Promag Electromagnet Flow Meters, Analyzers, Level Transmitters, replacement parts, services, ProMinent Metering Pumps, and Fluoride Analyzers, which are critical for maintaining compliance with Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) chlorine and chemical standards. The contract period will run from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with TriNova, Inc. designated as the exclusive vendor/provider. The procurement notice was released on July 22, 2024, with a submission deadline of July 29, 2024, at 3:00 pm. Respondents who disagree with the sole source designation must submit written explanations with documentation showing alternative qualified sources before the closing date, with the Procurement Services Division serving as the sole determining authority for evaluating responses.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. TriNova, Inc. has been confirmed as the exclusive sales and service representative for both Endress + Hauser and ProMinent Fluid Controls in Florida, excluding the panhandle. The companies have provided letters verifying TriNova's exclusive representation, indicating they receive yearly factory training to stay current with the latest technologies. While no specific award value or budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement involves critical infrastructure equipment necessary for water treatment compliance. The equipment will be integrated into existing Collier County Utilities infrastructure, with the goal of maintaining mandated chemical and operational standards. Respondents must submit their responses through the Collier County Procurement Services Division Online Bidding System, with no pricing information required at this stage of the procurement process.