Flow Meter Replacement

The City of Fort Myers has issued a sole source procurement notice dated January 7, 2025, for the replacement of a flow meter using the ENVIROMAG 2000 product, with H2SOLUTIONS identified as the exclusive supplier under Florida Statute 287.057(3)(c). This statute authorizes direct negotiation and award to a single source due to the vendor's authorized exclusive distribution rights. The procurement is non-competitive, classifying it as a "NO VALUE" acquisition method, and no formal solicitation, bids, or proposals are required. Despite this, other suppliers are invited to submit product information or qualifications by January 21, 2025, solely to determine if a competitive process is warranted. The Purchasing Agent, Rose Theriot, serves as the contact for this procurement, handling submissions and potential inquiries via email. The scope focuses exclusively on acquiring the ENVIROMAG 2000 flow meter, without detailed information about installation, delivery timelines, pricing, or technical service obligations. The contract documentation lacks standard federal contract clauses, evaluation factors, delivery schedules, and special contract requirements; it emphasizes the sole source justification based on exclusivity rather than technical standards or price competition. Inspection and acceptance responsibilities rest with the City of Fort Myers, though no specific quality or inspection criteria are outlined. The place of performance is within Florida, specifically under the jurisdiction of the City's Public Utilities Department. Administrative and contract details such as accounting codes, points of contact for procurement, and submission instructions are clearly stated, but there is no evidence of detailed contract structuring, including line items, FAR clause references, or socioeconomic considerations. Overall, the contract reflects a straightforward sole source acquisition process governed by state statute to meet the City's immediate replacement needs for a specialized flow meter product.