Sarasota County Sole Source Procurement Notice - KBI Flexi-Pave - 2026-ISS-869 (2026)
Sarasota CountyCounty · Sarasota, FL- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brittany Gibson
- (941) 861-5348
The 30-second brief
Sarasota County intends to renew a sole source procurement with K.B. Industries, Inc. for the provision of KBI Flexi-Pave flexible porous pavement, utilizing recycled passenger tires and stone aggregate mix. The County is requesting responses from vendors who believe they can supply the same or substantially similar products and/or services, with an estimated expenditure of $35,000 per fiscal year. Responses are due by November 4, 2026, with a question submission and notice of interest deadline of November 3, 2026. The procurement is managed through Sarasota County's OpenGov portal, with contact via Brittany Gibson.
KBI Flexi-Pave porous pavement material and installation services
Compliance with sole source specifications and product equivalency
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Summary
Sarasota County intends to renew a sole source procurement with K.B. Industries, Inc. for the provision of KBI Flexi-Pave flexible porous pavement, utilizing recycled passenger tires and stone aggregate mix.
The County is requesting responses from vendors who believe they can supply the same or substantially similar products and/or services, with an estimated expenditure of $35,000 per fiscal year. Responses are due by November 4, 2026, with a question submission and notice of interest deadline of November 3, 2026. The procurement is managed through Sarasota County's OpenGov portal, with contact via Brittany Gibson.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Compliance with sole source specifications and product equivalency
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
KBI Flexi-Pave porous pavement material and installation services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
ISS Response Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov
- Scope location
- Sarasota, FL
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Sarasota County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov. For questions, contact Brittany Gibson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Sarasota County in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFI submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Brittany Gibson at (941) 861-5348. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: KBI Flexi-Pave porous pavement material and installation services. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with sole source specifications and product equivalency" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sarasota County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sarasota County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sarasota County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: ISS Response Form. Review the full document from Sarasota County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sarasota, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.