The School District of DeSoto County posted an RFI to verify Carrier Enterprise's claim to be the Sole Source Provider of Carrier Equipment for Florida. As no other vendors contested this claim, the District recognized Carrier Enterprise as the Sole Source Provider for 1 year. The RFI was broadcast nationwide to over 140 vendors. The scope of work includes the provision of Carrier equipment. Key points to consider are the Sole Source claim, the recognition period, and the potential for future challenges to the claim.
• The RFI was posted on March 11, 2016, and was open for a short period.
• The District recognized Carrier Enterprise's claim due to a lack of contests from other vendors.
• The recognition period is for 1 year, after which the District will verify the claim again and post another RFI.
• The RFI was broadcast nationwide to over 140 vendors, indicating a wide reach and potential for future competition.