YSI Incorporated - EXO Advanced Multi-Parameter Sondes Instruments, Sensors, Annual Equipment, Acces

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) is pursuing a single source procurement for YSI Incorporated's EXO Advanced Multi-Parameter Sondes Instruments, Sensors, Annual Equipment, Accessories, Maintenance, and Repair Agreement. This procurement is specifically for the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection (ORCP) and Florida Coastal Management Program (FCMP) to acquire water quality monitoring equipment for Aquatic Preserves designated as Outstanding Florida Waters. The procurement will cover water sensors, sampling equipment, and laboratory equipment maintenance for a 12-month term, with a focus on replacing failing and obsolete existing instrumentation. The procurement notification was posted on January 15, 2025, with a response deadline of February 6, 2025. The equipment being procured includes unique "smart sensor" technology with Bluetooth integration, which requires specific maintenance by YSI to maintain the 3-year manufacturer warranty. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed, but the procurement is structured as a single source procurement due to YSI being the sole manufacturer and supplier of the EXO line of instruments and sensors.

This procurement appears to be restricted to YSI Incorporated as the sole source vendor, with no explicit set-aside designations or opportunities for other vendors or disadvantaged enterprises. The current infrastructure requires integration with existing water quality monitoring systems, and the procurement necessitates maintaining compatibility with current quality assurance protocols. The estimated contract value is $220,000, covering the comprehensive equipment procurement, maintenance, and repair services. YSI Incorporated is located in Boca Raton, Florida, and will be the exclusive provider of the specified instruments and sensors. The procurement aims to ensure continuity of water quality monitoring capabilities for the Florida Coastal Management Program by replacing outdated equipment with technologically advanced monitoring instruments. No information is provided about alternative procurement methods or competitive bidding processes for this specific contract.