Purchase of FlexAir MiniPanel Diffusers

The City of Orlando's Water Reclamation Enterprises department is seeking to procure FlexAir MiniPanel Diffusers through a sole source procurement process under solicitation S24-0224. The specific procurement targets original or replacement flexible membranes for the Conserv II Water Reclamation Facility's existing diffuser system, with Environmental Dynamics International Inc (EDI) identified as the exclusive manufacturer. The procurement focuses on Model 115-1359 Matrix MiniPanel membranes, which involve proprietary membrane compounds, specialized extrusion processes, unique perforation techniques, and sophisticated quality control programs. The solicitation was posted on February 9, 2024, with a response deadline of February 16, 2024, at 5:00 P.M. This procurement allows a seven-calendar-day window for alternative suppliers to challenge the sole source designation by submitting product information, qualifications, and capabilities to the designated Purchasing Agent, Varun Desai.

The sole source procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The opportunity appears open to any supplier capable of demonstrating equivalent product capabilities to EDI's proprietary MiniPanel diffuser membranes. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the documentation. The procurement is specifically for the Orlando City jurisdiction within Orange County, Florida, and targets a specialized water reclamation facility infrastructure component. Potential respondents must provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating their ability to match EDI's technical specifications, including membrane compound details, manufacturing processes, and quality control standards. The procurement contact, Varun Desai, can be reached at varun.desai@orlando.gov or 407-246-3874 for additional information or clarification regarding the solicitation requirements.