Request for Information (RFI) - Diagnostic Repair Services For Caterpillar Generators

Project Description: Notice of Intent to Designate Sole Source:
This Request for Information (RFI) (Notice of Intent to Designate a Sole Source) is to determine if the specified commodity or service is available from multiple providers, or if an alternate commodity or service is available that would meet the County’s needs. This is not a request for pricing or a purchase commitment.
The following commodity or service is thought to be available from only a sole source and is the only commodity/services that meets the County’s needs:
Water and Wastewater Operations Division (WWOD) is responsible for the treatment and transmission of wastewater, the treatment and distribution of potable water, and the transmission of raw water for its retail and regional customers in Broward County. The potential vendor will need to perform diagnostic testing, parts replacement, and repairs to these Caterpillar generators to ensure 24/7 ready to provide power to these critical facilities without any down time. Pantropic Power, Inc. has been recognized as the authorized dealer for Caterpillar power generator parts and service in 13 Florida counties, including Broward and Dade.
This RFI will remain posted until closing date and time.
Prospective Vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to provide the commodity or service described or written explanation or other documentation contesting the proposed RFI designation.
If you are capable of meeting or exceeding the County’s requirements for the specified commodity or service, respond to this RFI through the electronic bidding system. Vendor should upload any supporting information in the electronic bidding system as part of its response to assist the County in determining if commodity or service is comparable, is available from multiple suppliers, and meets the County’s needs. The Director of Purchasing shall have sole authority in deciding what is comparable.
The Director of Purchasing shall consider such submittals and notify all submitting vendors (thru the electronic bidding system) of the decision whether to designate as a Sole Source/Brand, which decision shall not be subject to objection, protest, or appeal.