ESRI Sole Source Findings

Deschutes County has determined that Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI), Inc. is the sole source provider for Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and services, justifying a sole source procurement under solicitation number 6286. This determination is based on ESRI’s unique and proprietary GIS platform, which is deeply integrated into the county’s existing infrastructure, workflows, and data systems, making compatibility and continuity unattainable with any other vendor. The acquisition will ensure uninterrupted access to critical mapping, spatial analysis, and data management tools essential for public services, emergency response, land use planning, and infrastructure management within Oregon. The contract is not subject to a specific set-aside program, and no NAICS code or organizational type is specified in the documentation. Performance of the work will occur entirely within the state of Oregon, with no further geographic restrictions noted. Heather Herauf of Deschutes County serves as the primary point of contact, and all inquiries or correspondence should be directed to her official email. The solicitation was posted on July 2, 2026, and additional details can be accessed through the agency’s online procurement portal.