Procurement Exemption for Emerson Parts for Drinking Water System Rehabilitation

Pierce County is seeking a qualified vendor to submit a capability statement for a sole‑source procurement exemption to purchase Emerson‑branded monitoring and alarm equipment for the Kapowsin drinking‑water system. The exemption will be valid for 24 months with an estimated total spend of $70,000. If a vendor demonstrates the required authorization to sell Emerson parts in Pierce County, the County may proceed with the exemption; otherwise it will cancel the notice and conduct a competitive procurement. • Scope: Monitoring system with alarm and video surveillance for critical water‑system components. • Estimated cost: $70,000 over two years. • Term: 24 months. • Minimum requirement: Vendor must be an authorized Emerson distributor in Pierce County. • Submission: Capability statement (docx/pdf) by September 9, 2026, 4:00 pm via OpenGov. • Questions due: September 2, 2026. • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required.