Justification of Sole Source Acquisition from Dave Symonds and Associates

The contract involves a justification for a sole source acquisition from Dave Symonds and Associates, initiated by the City of Clermont, Florida. The solicitation, numbered RFI 26-007, was posted on September 19, 2025, with a response deadline of September 25, 2025. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 541618, which pertains to other management consulting services, and the contract size is estimated to range between 500,000 and 1,500,000 dollars. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Ramsey Jimenez, who can be reached via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The purpose of the contract is to justify why a sole source approach is appropriate for engaging Dave Symonds and Associates, likely due to their unique qualifications or specialized services that are not readily available from other vendors. Supporting documentation emphasizes the City of Clermont’s recent implementation of an electronic procurement system through OpenGov, aimed at streamlining vendor registration, bid notifications, and electronic responses. Multiple notices detail the process for vendors to register on the new platform, utilize NIGP Commodity Codes, and receive bid updates, thereby enhancing participation and transparency in the city’s procurement activities. The overall procurement process underscores the city’s commitment to efficient, transparent, and accessible vendor engagement, with the contract for Dave Symonds and Associates serving as a critical component justified by the unique expertise or services they provide that are essential for the city’s project objectives.