Alaina Knofla is a Procurement Contracting Officer III. Alaina is associated with 52 contracts. Activity spans Landscape Architectural Services, Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, and Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction.
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The City of Port St. Lucie intends to award a non-competitive sole source contract to Schindler Elevator Company for the modernization of two hydraulic elevator systems at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center parking garage. This action is taken under Florida Statute 287.057(3)(c) due to the requirement for proprietary OEM components and the need for compatibility with existing Schindler equipment, including jack assemblies, car rails, and machine room wiring. The project, estimated at 760,825.00 dollars using local funding, addresses safety and reliability concerns for systems that have been in service for approximately 20 years.
The scope of work includes the replacement and refurbishment of major components, specifically featuring weather-hardened upgrade cars and hoistway door equipment, stainless steel marine grade compartments for increased durability, and the addition of security camera capabilities. While the city is moving forward with Schindler Elevator Company to ensure continuity of service and technical compatibility, it has issued a public notice to allow other potential suppliers to submit statements of capability. These responses will be reviewed solely to determine if a competitive procurement process is warranted.
The City of Port St. Lucie has issued Invitation for Bid IFB 20260293 for construction services to implement roadway and intersection improvements at the intersection of Tradition Parkway and Village Parkway. The project focuses on operational improvements and safety enhancements, including pavement resurfacing and widening, the installation of curb and gutter, and the reconstruction of sidewalks, crosswalks, and pedestrian facilities based on protected-intersection concepts. Additional requirements include the installation of traffic signal infrastructure such as conduit and pull boxes, roadway lighting adjustments, stormwater management, and temporary traffic control. All work must be performed in accordance with the project plan set prepared by DRMP and the City's specifications, standards, and special provisions.
The contract has an initial term of nine months from the execution date. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible contractor based on a best value analysis that considers experience, operational capacity, financial viability, and cost. Bidders must submit electronic proposals via the OpenGov platform by October 9, 2026, and may utilize the Surety2000 platform for electronic bid bonds. The successful contractor is required to provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price, issued by a corporate surety authorized to do business in Florida. Payment is based on unit prices listed in the contract schedule, with a minimum 30-day payment term following approval by the construction engineering and inspection firm, Johnson, Mirmiran and Thompson, Inc.
The City of Port St. Lucie, through its Public Works department, has issued a notice of intent to enter into a non-competitive sole source contract for the purchase of 4G modem school zone flashers. This action is being taken under the authority of Florida Statute 287.057(3)(c) to ensure transparency and provide an opportunity for other qualified suppliers to identify themselves before a final decision is made.
Interested suppliers must submit a statement of capability to the Procurement Manager by the deadline of September 14, 2026. These submissions will be used exclusively to determine if a competitive procurement process is necessary and will not be treated as formal bids or quotes.
FloridaFL,
USA$17Kest.
NAICS
335131
Residential Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing
The Utility System for the city of Port St. Lucie, Florida, has issued a sole source solicitation for a service and maintenance agreement with Andritz regarding centrifuge parts and service. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 20270011, was posted on August 31, 2026, with a response deadline set for September 9, 2026.
The contract is managed by Project Manager John Lamb and Procurement Contracting Officer Alaina Knofla. Performance of the services will take place within the state of Florida, specifically supporting the infrastructure located in Port St. Lucie.
FloridaFL,
USA$165Kest.
NAICS
811310
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
The City of Port St. Lucie Utility System in Florida is seeking a sole source provider for an autosampler used to collect composite samples as required by the FDEP. This solicitation, identified by number 20260322, was posted on August 12, 2026, with a response deadline of August 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
Interested parties may contact Project Manager John Lamb or Procurement Contracting Officer Alaina Knofla for further details. To increase efficiency, the city now accepts electronic bid bonds through the Surety2000 platform, though contractors may still choose to submit hard-copy bonds provided they meet all solicitation requirements.
The City of Port St. Lucie Utilities Department, through the Procurement Management Division, has issued a Notice of Intent to sole source Horizontal Chopper Pumps under Florida Statute 287.057(3)(c). This action is not a formal Request for Proposal, and any responses received by the August 17, 2026, deadline will be used exclusively to determine if a competitive procurement process is necessary rather than being treated as formal bids or quotes.
The procurement is managed by Procurement Contracting Officer III Alaina Knofla. The city intends to negotiate and award a contract to a single source provider to fulfill its equipment needs. Interested parties may find further details via the OpenGov procurement portal under solicitation number 20260319.
FloridaFL,
USA
NAICS
333914
Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing
The City of Port St. Lucie is seeking to sole source a GPS-based safety monitoring solution under solicitation number 20260314, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. This solicitation, issued by the Police Department under the State of Florida, aims to enhance public safety through technology and is open to qualified vendors who can meet the specified requirements. Contractors may submit either a traditional hard-copy bid bond or an electronic bid bond through the approved Surety2000 platform, in accordance with the bond and letter of credit provisions outlined in Section 5.1 of the solicitation. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Brianne Nasso, Manager of Police Grant & Travel, reachable at [phone hidden] or [email hidden], with Alaina Knofla, Procurement Contracting Officer III, also available for support at [phone hidden] or [email hidden]. The physical location for performance is not specified, but the issuing agency is based in Port St. Lucie, Florida, with the online portal accessible via the provided UI link for additional details.
FloridaFL,
USA$19Kest.
NAICS
334511
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
The City of Port St. Lucie’s Parks & Recreation Department intends to award a sole source contract for the removal and installation of replacement operable partition panels at the Community Center, leveraging an existing Huffcor overhead track system to avoid costly full system replacement. This action is authorized under Florida Statute 287.057(3)(c), which permits sole source procurement when a product is proprietary and only one vendor can provide a compatible replacement. Precision Service & Installation, LLC is the sole provider capable of supplying panels that match the existing system’s mechanical and functional specifications, ensuring seamless integration without requiring modifications to the current infrastructure. The scope of work includes panel removal, installation, system testing, operational adjustments, staff training, and warranty coverage, with performance to occur entirely at the City’s Community Center located at 121 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34984. The estimated contract value is $200,000, and the procurement is non-competitive, eliminating the need for competitive bidding, price evaluation, or formal trade-off analysis. Responses to the notice are not considered proposals and are solely used to determine if a competitive process is warranted. The deadline for responses is July 20, 2026, and the procurement has been publicly posted for seven business days as required by state statute. There are no identified FAR clauses, federal acquisition regulations, or specific packaging, invoicing, or payment processing requirements beyond state-level compliance. No UEI, CAGE code, socioeconomic certifications, or detailed pricing breakdowns are provided, and the contract does not include options, modifications, or extended terms. Acceptance of the work will occur on-site at the facility, with the contractor responsible for performance and the City retaining final approval authority.
FloridaFL,
USA$200Kest.
NAICS
541690
Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
The City of Port St. Lucie Utilities Department is seeking to renew and upgrade XLReporter software licenses specifically for its water and wastewater facilities. This solicitation involves procuring licenses from the sole authorized distributor, as the software is proprietary and restricted to a single supplier. The contract aims to support the continued use and enhancement of the software critical for operations in these utility sectors.
The solicitation, titled "XL Reporter Licenses Renewal and Upgrades for Water and Wastewater Facilities," was posted on May 18, 2026, with a response deadline of May 28, 2026. It is managed by the city's Utility System office located in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Key contacts include Scott Meagher, Manager of Utility Instrumentation & Controls, and Alaina Knofla, Procurement Contracting Officer III, who can be approached for further information. The procurement process is conducted via a public portal to ensure transparency and efficiency.
FloridaFL,
USA
NAICS
423430
Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers
The City of Port St. Lucie Facilities Department is procuring replacement components for its existing proprietary ETC lighting dimming system in the Council Chambers through a sole source acquisition, justified by the necessity to maintain compatibility with the manufacturer’s integrated hardware and software infrastructure. Only Sesco Lighting, the sole authorized regional distributor for ETC products, can supply the required components and integration services, making competition impossible without risking system failure, operational disruption, or warranty invalidation. The estimated contract value is fixed at $14,039.18 for a one-time purchase, with performance required on-site at the Council Chambers in Port St. Lucie, Florida. The procurement follows FAR 6.302-1 for sole source justifications, supported by documented evidence of vendor exclusivity, system compatibility, and price reasonableness, though formal FAR clauses, evaluation factors, or contracting administration details such as payment office information, invoicing systems, or accounting codes are not provided in the documentation. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the installation location, contingent upon successful integration, testing, and verification that the upgraded system functions seamlessly with the legacy ETC infrastructure. No competitive bidding process was conducted, and no contract options, delivery terms, packaging requirements, or socioeconomic certifications were specified. The solicitation, numbered 20260230, was posted on April 24, 2026, with proposals due by May 5, 2026, and must be submitted via the city’s procurement portal as a consolidated sole source justification package including detailed technical narrative, vendor authorization, and pricing documentation. The contracting officer and point of contact are listed as Alaina Knofla and Sydney Hernandez, while other supporting personnel including Curtis Boxill and Zak Sherman are referenced but not officially designated with roles such as COR or COTR.
FloridaFL,
USA$14Kest.
NAICS
238210
Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
