Sole Source for Acuity Brands/Holophane

The City of Fort Myers intends to award a sole source contract to Acuity Brands/Holophane for indoor and outdoor lighting products, specifically for use in the Edison Park Historic District. This procurement is justified under Florida State Statute 287.057(3)(c), allowing non-competitive acquisition due to proprietary compatibility requirements with existing Holophane lighting systems. The unique lighting fixtures provide essential photometric precision, glare control, and design continuity necessary to preserve the historic district’s lighting infrastructure without costly redesigns or retrofits. The City has authorized direct purchasing from Acuity Brands, bypassing electrical distributors, under customer number 429692. Although this is not a formal solicitation and no submissions are required, the City has initiated a public notice period running from September 20 to October 4, 2025, inviting other potential suppliers to demonstrate capability and qualifications through a vendor questionnaire. Responses during this period are solely for evaluating whether competition is feasible and do not constitute formal proposals or bids. The contract does not specify line-item pricing, quantities, or delivery schedules, with the award based entirely on Acuity Brands/Holophane’s status as the exclusive manufacturer meeting the City’s technical and compatibility specifications. Rose Theriot of the City’s Procurement Division serves as the primary contracting official; direct technical support and ordering contacts are provided by Acuity Brands. Inspection and acceptance are managed by the City upon delivery to the Edison Park Historic District. This sole source action ensures seamless integration, compliance with proprietary design standards, and continuity of service within the historic district’s lighting system.