Sole Source

Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) has issued a Sole Source Procurement Notice for Swivl video capture technology through its Child Care Resource & Referral Department, located in Multnomah County, Oregon. The procurement aims to acquire video capture technology that can facilitate organic recording with minimal operational disruption, specifically rejecting alternative solutions like iPads with tripods due to audio quality and manual recording limitations. The sole source procurement is for Swivl technology, which appears to be uniquely positioned to meet MHCC's specific video documentation requirements. The procurement notice indicates a formal procurement process with a protest deadline of February 19th, 2025, at 4:00 PM, during which potential vendors can submit written protests with specific legal grounds, harm descriptions, and requested relief. Protests must be certified mailed and delivered in person to the MHCC Purchasing Agent at their Gresham, Oregon location, following strict procedural guidelines.

The sole source procurement does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific restrictions on responding organizations. The estimated contract value is $450,000 over a 5-year period, suggesting a significant investment in the Swivl technology for MHCC's video capture needs. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the notice emphasizes the unique capabilities of Swivl technology in capturing video interactions with minimal disruption. The procurement appears to be technology-specific, focusing on a single vendor solution that meets the college's precise technical requirements. No additional information is provided regarding disadvantaged enterprise participation, integration requirements, or alternative technology considerations. The procurement is specifically tailored to MHCC's operational needs for video documentation, with Swivl being identified as the sole source provider capable of meeting their technical specifications.