Procurement Exemption for Replacement Parts, Components, Repairs, and Services for CUES Sewer Line Inspection Equipment

Pierce County is seeking a vendor to provide replacement parts, components, repairs, and services for CUES sewer line inspection equipment. The County has determined that CUES Inc. is the only entity capable of meeting the County's need due to the equipment's proprietary software and compatibility issues. The exemption will be valid for 24 months, and the purchases made under this exemption are estimated to cost $750,000. • The scope of the purchase includes replacement equipment, cameras, parts, components, repairs, and related services for all CUES equipment. • The County has identified minimum requirements for a vendor to meet the County's need, including authorization to sell CUES equipment and related parts, perform maintenance and repairs, and provide related support services. • The County performed market research to identify qualified vendors and support the justification of this exemption.