BID WAIVER OF SOLE SOURCED MATERIALS

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

Miami-Dade County Commission approved a resolution allowing the Aviation Department to specify sole-sourced materials and systems for certain Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. This decision aims to ensure compatibility, safety, performance, and long-term cost efficiency, projecting savings of over $302 million by avoiding replacement of existing legacy systems. The approval authorizes the County Mayor or designee to advertise solicitations for these projects and ratifies two pending solicitations. Key projects include D60 (Concourse D West Extension), Central Terminal Redevelopment (Phases 1 & 2), and North Terminal Gate Infrastructure Upgrades and Optimization. Public comment included concerns from Commissioner Gilbert III regarding the use of 'legacy' versus true 'sole source' designations and the delegation of purchasing authority, while Commissioner Hardemon questioned the justification for savings. Chairwoman Cohen Higgins and Vice Chairman Gonzalez supported the item, emphasizing the need for clear communication of the problem and solution, and the fiscal and schedule benefits.