Notice of Intent to Sole Source Thor Guard, Inc. Lightning Prediction, Severe Storm and Warning System.

The City of Port St. Lucie’s Parks and Recreation Department intends to directly acquire and install Lightning Prediction, Severe Storm, and Warning Systems at Whispering Pines Park through a sole source procurement process. This approach is authorized under Florida Statute 287.057(3)(c), and the purpose of this notice is to determine whether a competitive bidding process is necessary, as responses received will only be used for this purpose and will not be considered formal proposals or bids. The contract is expected to be valued between $50,000 and $150,000, with the City aiming to negotiate directly with Thor Guard, Inc., the designated provider. The procurement process is part of a broader effort to enhance safety measures at the park by implementing advanced storm warning systems. Interested parties can review further details and participate in the process by contacting Alaina Knofla via email or phone. The project is scheduled for posting on October 2, 2025, with responses due by October 13, 2025. This initiative underscores the City’s commitment to leveraging specialized technology to protect park visitors from severe weather events.