Request for Information (RFI) - Paco Pumps, Parts, and Repair Services
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- OPN2131420F1
- State
- Florida
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
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Opportunity details come from broward.bonfirehub.com. Updated .
About this opportunity
The State of Florida has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding Paco pumps, parts, and repair services through the Water and Wastewater Services (WWS) department. The procurement seeks to determine if Paco pumps and related services are available from multiple providers, with a current focus on Grundfos as the original equipment manufacturer and Carl Eric Johnson Inc. as the sole manufacturer's municipal representative/distributor. The specific procurement involves three critical Paco pumps that operate continuously at water treatment plants, pumping potable water from storage tanks to the water distribution system. These pumps are essential infrastructure components that function 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. The RFI was posted on December 10, 2025, with a response deadline of December 18, 2025. Prospective vendors are invited to submit information demonstrating their capability to provide comparable commodity or service through the electronic bidding system. Vendors should upload supporting documentation to help the county determine if alternative solutions meet their requirements, with the Director of Purchasing retaining sole authority to evaluate comparability.
The RFI does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific restrictions on responding organizations. The current sole source designation suggests potential limitations on vendor participation, with Grundfos and Carl Eric Johnson Inc. being the primary referenced providers. No specific budget range or award value is outlined in the document. The procurement appears focused on maintaining critical water infrastructure through specialized pump services. The RFI emphasizes the unique nature of Paco pumps, noting they are not interchangeable with other manufacturer brands. Vendors are encouraged to provide detailed information about their capabilities, with the understanding that the Director of Purchasing will make the final determination on comparability and suitability of alternative solutions. The procurement process is being conducted through an electronic bidding system, which suggests a structured and transparent approach to evaluating potential service providers.
Opportunity text
Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Source/Sole Brand: This Request for Information (RFI) (Notice of Intent to Designate a Sole Source) is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County's needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment. The following commodity or service is thought to be available from only a sole source (or reasonable source) and is the only commodity/services that meets the County's needs: Grundfos is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of Paco pumps, and Carl Eric Johnson Inc. is the sole manufacturer's municipal representative/distributor for Paco pumps, parts, factory reconditioning and repair services. Paco brand pumps are not interchangeable with any other manufacturer brands. Water and Wastewater Services (WWS) requires the three (3) Paco pumps in operations at the WWS Water Treatment Plants are vital to the water infrastructure, as they continually pump potable water from the storage water tanks to the water distribution system. These pumps are critical as they operate 24 hours a day and 365 days a year. This RFI will remain posted until closing date and time. Prospective Vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to provide the commodity or service described or written explanation or other documentation contesting the proposed RFI designation. If you are capable of meeting or exceeding the County's requirements for the specified commodity or service, respond to this RFI through the electronic bidding system. Vendor should upload any supporting information in the electronic bidding system as part of its response to assist the County in determining if commodity or service is comparable, is available from multiple suppliers, and meets the County's needs. The Director of Purchasing shall have sole authority in deciding what is comparable. The Director of Purchasing shall consider such submittals and notify all submitting vendors (thru the electronic bidding system) of the decision whether to designate as a Sole Source/Brand, which decision shall not be subject to objection, protest, or appeal.
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