Single Source with Brinkmann Instruments Inc. , dba Metrohm USA Inc.

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking to procure a Robotic Multicomponent Titrator/ISE Analyzer (OMNIS Professional Titrator, Dosing Units, Robotic System) from Brinkmann Instruments Inc., dba Metrohm USA Inc. The equipment must be capable of analyzing pH, Alkalinity, Specific Conductance, and Fluoride to meet the DEP's analytical requirements. The total estimated cost for the equipment, installation, and 2-year service agreement is $137,802.51. The procurement process began on February 28, 2024, and prospective vendors have until March 19, 2024, to provide information regarding their ability to supply the required services. If the DEP determines that the services are only available from a single source, they will post a notice of their intended decision to enter into an agreement with Metrohm USA Inc. pursuant to Section 120.57(3) of the Florida Statutes.

Metrohm USA Inc. is the sole source for Metrohm AG products and services within the United States, including on-site and remote support, installation, training, maintenance, repair services, technical support, and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts. No other representatives are authorized to sell, service, or support Metrohm equipment in the United States. The DEP has reviewed the market and determined that Metrohom USA Inc. is the only vendor that can provide the required robotic multicomponent titrator/ISE analyzer that meets all of the DEP's technical and service specifications. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this procurement, and the DEP has not identified any incumbent vendors or current contractors.