Notice of intent to sole source glade & grove

Collier County, through its Procurement Services Division, is pursuing a sole source procurement for Glade & Grove Supply Company to provide service, parts, and freight for agricultural and construction equipment. The procurement specifically covers equipment and attachments from brands including New Holland and Case, with both OEM and non-OEM component options. The contract period will run from November 5, 2024, to September 30, 2027, and is being initiated at the request of Fleet Management. Potential respondents are invited to contest the sole source designation by submitting detailed documentation demonstrating alternative qualified sources through the Collier County Procurement Services Division Online Bidding System. The submission deadline is Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 5:30 pm, with the Procurement Services Division retaining sole authority to review responses and determine whether to maintain the single source status. Interested parties must provide comprehensive explanations and supporting documentation if they believe other viable vendors exist for these equipment and attachment services. This procurement is not an invitation to submit pricing, but rather an opportunity to challenge the proposed sole source determination.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are directly named beyond Glade & Grove Supply Company, which is being considered for the sole source designation. The document does not specify a precise award value or budget range for the contract. The sole source procurement suggests the county has determined this vendor provides unique or specialized services that cannot be readily obtained from alternative sources. Respondents challenging the sole source status must provide substantial evidence of comparable service capabilities, including comprehensive documentation of alternative vendors' qualifications. The procurement appears focused on ensuring the county has reliable access to agricultural and construction equipment services, parts, and freight. The final determination will be made based on the county's assessment of the best available options for meeting its equipment and maintenance needs.