Repair of MagneGrip System at Fire Stations

The City of Orlando's Procurement and Contracts Division is seeking repair services for MagneGrip exhaust systems at multiple fire stations through a sole source procurement (Solicitation Number S25-0165). The project involves technical repairs and replacement of proprietary exhaust system components for Fire Stations #3, #4, #5, #8, #10, #12, and #13, with specific requirements for installation by a certified MagneGrip technician. Required components include Boot w/MagnePack Assy 5" 9-Mag, Handle Knob, 4" Lower Complete Assembly, Elbow Cable, Fan, Silencer Exhaust 6", Control Panel, and Receiver. The procurement is specifically targeted at maintaining the specialized vehicle exhaust systems that provide 100% protection from diesel exhaust fumes. The solicitation was issued on January 3, 2025, with a response deadline of January 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (ET), and will remain active for seven calendar days. Potential alternative suppliers are invited to submit product information, qualifications, and capabilities to Tracie Brown (tracie.brown@orlando.gov) to challenge the current sole source designation.

The procurement appears to have a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certified vendor, MagneGrip, as the primary source, with Rossman Enterprises identified as the exclusive supplier for this project. The total service price for the project is $32,866.00, with individual station repair costs ranging from $1,630.00 to $8,842.00. The sole source number for this opportunity is S25-0165, and the procurement is limited to vendors capable of providing the exact proprietary exhaust system components and installation services. While the opportunity is open to alternative suppliers, the technical specificity and requirement for certified technicians may limit competitive responses. The procurement is specifically for the Orange County jurisdiction, covering the City of Orlando, and focuses on maintaining critical infrastructure for the Orlando Fire Department's vehicle exhaust systems. The proposal is valid for 90 days from the original quote date of December 3, 2024, and emphasizes 100% American-made equipment from an ISO9001-2015 certified manufacturer.