Single Source provider for United Laboratories proprietary water treatment products

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is proceeding with a single-source procurement for water treatment supplies and equipment exclusively provided by United Laboratories, Inc., for fiscal year 2026-2027, with a not-to-exceed budget of $10,000. The required products include United 855 – Liquid Impact and other United Laboratories-branded items used specifically for sewer line maintenance, which are not available through retail channels or any other source. The acquisition is justified under Florida statutes and administrative rules that permit sole-source contracting when products are exclusively distributed by a single manufacturer through authorized representatives. The procurement is not competitive and is posted as a notice of intended decision to enter into a single-source contract, with a 15-business-day public comment period ending July 14, 2026. Vendors are invited to submit information on their ability to supply the described commodities, but submission does not guarantee a competitive bid process, as the agency retains full discretion to proceed as planned. The NAICS code assigned is 47101500 for water treatment and supply equipment, with associated consumables covered under 47101600, and all deliveries must occur within the state of Florida. All inquiries and responses must be directed via email to the Director of Purchasing at the provided contact, and any protests must adhere strictly to Florida Statutes Chapter 120 timelines to avoid waiver of rights.