Fire Ignition Resources, LLC

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is initiating a single source procurement process for Fire Ignition Resources, LLC, as indicated by the solicitation number SS-07990. This procurement is not a request for bids or proposals but is a statutorily mandated fifteen-business-day advertisement to identify and justify the sole source nature of the purchase. Interested vendors who believe they can supply the required commodities or contractual services are invited to submit relevant information by March 7, 2024, at 11:30 AM. If the Department determines that the products or services are only available from a single source, it will publicly post its decision on the Vendor Information Portal, in accordance with Florida Statutes Section 120.57(3). The procurement involves the NAICS code 423710 and is managed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, with Britne' Hill serving as the primary contact. The project location is within Florida, and further details are accessible through the provided vendor link. Supporting documentation references a similar single source purchase by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for Teledyne FLIR aerial camera systems, emphasizing the importance of sole sourcing due to the manufacturer’s exclusive rights as the sole provider and service center in the U.S. This purchase involves an estimated $750,000 for extended warranty and maintenance agreements covering systems in operation for both less than and more than five years, ensuring full parts, labor, and shipping coverage. The justification underscores the critical role of these systems in law enforcement and safety operations, with the procurement process initiated in September 2024 and vendor responses due by late September 2024. Overall, the contract aims to secure specialized products and services essential for Florida’s operational needs, with a clear emphasis on sole source justification and statutory compliance.