Attachment 2 Sole Source Justification FormComplete and submit this form to the Purchasing Division when requesting exception to the competitive procurement process.Sole source procurement refers to those purchases where there is only one supplier that can provide the product/service to the City. Please be as thorough and detailed with explanations to assist in the evaluation process. Date:Department: Division:Name: Title:Requisition No:Vendor Name: Vendor ID:Item Description/Scope of Work:1. Why is the acquisition restricted to this good/service/supplier?(Explain why the acquisition cannot be competitively bid, and Include consequences that would occur from not contracting with this supplier.)2. How was the price offered determined to be fair and reasonable? Explain what the basis was for comparison and include cost analyses as applicable. (Compare to vendor’s previous or current offer to the City or to another agency/company, market research – or any other method of comparison that will substantiate fair and reasonable pricing in the absence of competition). Attach back-up documentation for reference. 02/04/2025FireFire AdministrationMike AllenTBDFire Apparatus SolutionsTBDThe purchase of Two (2) KME Severe Service Pumpers. This purchase will be made via the Sourcewell Contract# 113021RVG3.Fire Apparatus Solutions,located at 1762 S. Sycamore Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 is the Sole Source provider of KME fire apparatus in Southern California.The pricing was provided by Sourcewell, vendor contract #113021 Source Justification Form
3. Describe any cost savings realized or costs avoided by acquiring the goods/services from thissupplier. Include consequences that would occur from not contracting with this supplier.Certification of Responsibility:I am aware of the City of Riverside requirements for competitive bidding and the established criteria forjustification ofsource purchasing. As an authorized Department representative, I have gathered therequired technical information and have made a concentrated effort to review comparable/equal vendorsor equipment. I hereby certify the validity of the information and feel confident this justification ofsource meets the City’s criteria and would withstand audit or vendor protest.Signature DateDepartment Head DatePurchasing Manager (Up to $50,000)Over $50,000 - Must be submitted for City Council Approval with Purchasing Manager concurrence.Date Sourcewell provides the buying power of more than 50,000 government, education, and non profit organizations to save time and money. The cooperative purchasing program manages the solicitation requirements and offers members easy access to an established network of awarded contracts.02/04/2025