Intent to Sole Source - Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (ARFF) 1,500 Gallon Vehicle

The Sanford Airport Authority intends to procure a 1,500-gallon Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle through a sole source process, as outlined in their procurement policy adopted in September 2022. The listed commodities or services are available exclusively from a designated provider, and unless other qualified vendors respond with sufficient information by the specified deadline of August 9, 2025, the authority will proceed with the purchase from the identified sole source. No alternative products or services will be considered or accepted for this procurement. Interested parties must submit their responses directly to Roberta Stanton, the Director of Procurement, via email by the deadline. The contract is valued between $800,000 and $1,200,000 and falls under the NAICS code 922160, which pertains to law enforcement agencies, indicating its relevance to public safety and emergency response services. The procurement process emphasizes the exclusivity of the source and the exemption from competitive bidding under the authority’s policies. For further details or questions regarding this solicitation, contact Roberta Stanton at the provided phone number or email. The project details and updates can be accessed through the provided online portal link.