County of Collier #PUR-16720

Single Source Procurement of Power Valve Operators and Services from E.H. Wachs for Collier County Utilities

This opportunity involves the Collier County Board of County Commissioners' intent to single source the procurement of power valve operators and related services for public utilities: - Government Buyer: - Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division - OEM Highlight: - Illinois Tool Works dba E.H. Wachs is the sole OEM and vendor specified - Products and Services Requested: - Power valve operators (automated equipment for exercising and operating water system valves) - Valve equipment (nut replacers) - Replacement parts for valve equipment - Maintenance and support services for all related equipment - Quantities and part numbers are not specified in the notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment is installed on Water, Wastewater, and Irrigation Quality vehicles - Supports compliance with state regulations for annual valve operation - Intended to improve productivity and safety by automating valve operation - Single source justification is based on operational and economic considerations; no alternative OEMs or vendors are mentioned

Description

This notice is for the intended single source procurement of power valve operators, valve equipment (nut replacers), parts, and maintenance services for this equipment. The equipment is used on Water, Wastewater, and IQ vehicles to assist Public Utilities team members in managing potable, wastewater, and irrigation quality water systems. The equipment supports the State required valve operation program, ensuring valves are exercised annually to maintain functionality and safety. The single source designation is for the period 10/01/2026 to 09/30/2029 and aims to improve crew productivity and safety by automating valve operation.

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