Sole Source Notice – Micron Filters for Water Plants

The City of Port St. Lucie’s Utility Systems Department is seeking a sole‑source contract for PA05FDP40 5‑micron, 40‑inch polypropylene string‑wound filter cartridges used in the pretreatment stage of its reverse‑osmosis (RO) water‑treatment plants. Filtration Group LLC is the exclusive authorized distributor for this OEM‑specific filter in Florida, and no equivalent products are available. The contract is for a one‑year term with the possibility of four annual renewals, at an estimated annual spend of $100,000. The filters must meet FDA, NSF‑61, ISO‑9001, and other regulatory standards to protect RO membrane life and ensure water quality. • Product: PA05FDP40 5‑micron, 40‑in filter cartridge (FDA‑compliant, NSF‑61 certified) • Quantity/Value: Approx. $100,000 per year, up to five years total • Supplier: Filtration Group LLC – sole authorized Florida distributor for Industrial Filter Manufacturing Ltd. • Reason for sole source: Proprietary OEM part with exclusive distribution rights; no interchangeable or equivalent filters exist. • Contract term: 1‑year initial term, renewable up to four additional years.