BID WAIVER OF SOLE SOURCED MATERIALS

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-06-02 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution allowing the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD) to specify certain sole-source materials and systems in procurement documents for identified Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. This aims to expedite project completion, reduce costs, and minimize operational disruption by allowing the use of proprietary components compatible with existing airport infrastructure. The decision was amended to require a market analysis comparing sole-source component prices to market prices and the cost of replacing existing systems. The estimated savings from this approach are over $302 million. Commissioners expressed concerns about the optics and justification of sole sourcing, with Commissioner Bermudez initially inclined to vote no due to concerns about grease traps, roll-up door controllers, and video cameras, but was satisfied with the explanation. Commissioner Gilbert III raised significant objections, viewing the items as 'legacy projects' and questioning the definition and application of 'sole source' versus 'legacy' contracts, arguing it limited competition and innovation. The resolution passed 11-0. Two specific solicitations, Bid No. V100A and Bid No. T012A, were ratified.