Opportunity
Clermont Opengov #RFI 26-084
Sole Source RFI for Mako Breathing Air Compressor and SCBA Cascade System
Posted
April 20, 2026
Respond By
May 11, 2026
Identifier
RFI 26-084
NAICS
423490
This opportunity concerns the City of Clermont Fire Department's intent to justify a sole source procurement for critical breathing air equipment and support services. - Government Buyer: - City of Clermont Fire Department, Procurement Services Department - OEMs and Vendors: - Mako (Original Equipment Manufacturer) - Channel Innovations Corporation of Ocala (sole authorized distributor and service provider for Mako in the region) - Products/Services Requested: - Mako breathing air compressor and SCBA cascade system - Includes all associated parts, service, and warranty support - Maintenance and certified service for Mako breathing air compressor and SCBA cascade system - Service and warranty support must be performed by Channel Innovations to meet manufacturer requirements - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Channel Innovations is the only authorized distributor and certified service provider for Mako products in the region - Maintenance must be performed by the authorized distributor to maintain manufacturer warranty and compliance - The City is seeking information from other vendors who can demonstrate capability to provide equivalent products or services, but pricing is not requested - Estimated annual expenditure is $95,000 - This is a sole source justification RFI, not a competitive bid
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the City of Clermont Fire Department to justify a sole source acquisition from Channel Innovations Corporation. The procurement involves the Mako breathing air compressor and SCBA cascade system, including parts, service, and warranty support. Channel Innovations is identified as the sole authorized distributor and service provider for these products in the region, and the City is seeking information to confirm if other sources can meet their needs. Responses should demonstrate capability but exclude pricing information, and the RFI is open until May 11, 2026.