Sole Source Designation of Agricultural Services International for Rain Bird Pump Station Products and Services

Agricultural Services International is the sole authorized distributor of Rain Bird pump station products and services in The Villages, FL area. This includes vertical turbine, horizontal centrifugal, submersible prepackaged UL listed Pump Stations paired with UL listed control panels utilizing custom proprietary software. As the exclusive regional supplier, they provide 24/7 technical support, and warranty services not available through other vendors.

The proposed contract action is for product or services for which the District intends to negotiate and award with only one Contractor/Vendor under the authority of and in accordance with Florida State Statute 287.057(5) (c).

- **Vendor:** Agricultural Services International

This includes vertical turbine, horizontal centrifugal, submersible prepackaged UL listed Pump Stations paired with UL listed control panels utilizing custom proprietary software.

This is not an Invitation to Bid or Request for Proposal, and there is no solicitation available. Any responses received as a result of this Notice of Intent shall be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Responses will not be considered as proposals, bids, or quotes.

Contractors/Vendors may identify their interest and capability to satisfy the District's requirements by submitting, in writing, their company name, address, point of contact, telephone number, e-mail address, and a detailed statement describing their capability to provide products or services equivalent to those identified in this Notice. Supporting documentation demonstrating technical capability, compatibility with the District's existing Rainbird systems, manufacturer authorization (if applicable), or other relevant information should be included.

Interested Contractors/Vendors will be considered only if they provide clear and convincing documentation demonstrating their ability to meet or exceed the District's requirements. All responses received within fifteen (15) business days after the date of publication of this Notice will be reviewed by the District. Based upon the information submitted, the Purchasing Director, with the approval of the District Manager, will determine whether competition is appropriate or whether the District will proceed with the proposed sole source procurement.

Responses may be submitted electronically through the District's OpenGov Procurement Portal or in writing to: ATTENTION: PURCHASING, 3571 Kiessel Road, The Villages, FL 32163. Please reference the Sole Source/Single Source Standardization No. #SS27-001 on all submissions.