Septic System Smart Devices

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued Request for Information (RFI) #2026005 seeking comprehensive details about smart devices designed for septic tank systems. This RFI targets innovative technologies that can automatically dispense biological treatments to rejuvenate and maintain septic tank health, with a specific focus on installations in state parks near Florida's natural springs and potential residential applications in the Peace River Basin. The procurement seeks detailed vendor responses addressing technical aspects of device operation, including functionality, installation processes, maintenance requirements, effectiveness metrics, internet and power connectivity, safety protocols, and potential environmental impact. Interested vendors must submit responses through the Vendor Information Portal by September 23, 2025, at 5 pm EST, providing product brochures, cost breakdowns, and comprehensive technical specifications. The DEP is particularly interested in devices that can be strategically placed within septic systems, offer robust warranties, and demonstrate potential for improving water quality in environmentally sensitive regions.

The RFI does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or vendor restrictions, but it represents a potential pathway to a future competitive solicitation with a $1,000,000 funding appropriation. The agency's ultimate objective is to install smart devices in 26 state parks near springs and explore residential applications in areas experiencing water quality challenges. While no incumbent vendors are specifically identified, the RFI indicates that the DEP is seeking vendors capable of providing detailed insights into device units, installation costs, maintenance expenses, and biological treatment material pricing. Vendors should anticipate potential future opportunities for device deployment, with the understanding that this current RFI is strictly an information-gathering exercise and does not guarantee a contract award. The comprehensive nature of the RFI suggests that successful respondents will need to demonstrate advanced technological capabilities, environmental sensitivity, and a clear understanding of septic system management in Florida's unique ecological contexts.