Steris Corporation

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking to procure products and services through a single source procurement process, which is publicly advertised for a period of seven business days as mandated by statute. The procurement involves a contract with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000, and it pertains to the NAICS code 811310, which covers maintenance and repair services. The primary contact for this solicitation is Government Analyst II Nita Jackson, and interested vendors are invited to submit relevant information by August 13, 2024, to be considered. If the Department determines that the required commodities or services are only available from a single source, it will publicly announce its decision on the Vendor Bid System, in accordance with Florida Statutes Section 120.57(3). The documentation indicates that the procurement is related to the maintenance and warranty services for Teledyne FLIR STAR Safire aerial camera systems, which are essential for law enforcement and safety operations conducted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The justification for selecting a single source is based on Teledyne FLIR Defense, Inc. being the sole manufacturer, distributor, and service provider for these specialized systems within the United States. The contracts aim to provide comprehensive coverage, including parts, labor, and shipping, for systems in operation for both less than and over five years, with an estimated total value of approximately $750,000. The procurement process emphasizes the critical nature of these systems and the necessity of engaging a sole source provider to ensure operational integrity and safety.