NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE/SINGLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT: GARBER FORD INC.

City of North Port
FINANCE DEPARTMENT/PURCHASING DIVISION
4970 CITY HALL BLVD
NORTH PORT, FLORIDA 34286
Office: 941.429.7170
Fax: 941.429.7173
Email: purchasing@northportfl.gov
NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE/SINGLE SOURCE PROCUREMENT
Sole/Single Source No: SS NO. 27-02
Date Posted: October 27, 2026
Written Response Due Date: November 3, 2026
This is not a formal solicitation and there are no submissions required. The proposed contract action is for product or
services for which the City intends to negotiate and award with only one contractor/vendor under the authority of and in
accordance with Florida State Statute 287.057(5)(c). Any responses received as a result of this Notice of Intent shall be
considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Responses will not be
considered as proposals, bids, or quotes.
* DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE/PRODUCT: Towing and accident-related repair services for City Fleet asset CID #73437,
a Ford F-550. The vehicle is not drivable due to accident damage and must be towed to Garber Ford, the original
selling dealership, for necessary repairs.
* AMOUNT (This is an acquisition with an estimated value of): $29526.00
* VENDOR: GARBER FORD INC.
BRIEF DETAILED DESCRIPTION: Garber Ford is authorized to facilitate both the towing and comprehensive repair
services for the subject vehicle. Following the rejection of this specialty work by multiple independent repair facilities,
the dealership will collaborate directly with the specialized utility bed and aftermarket accessories upfitter. This
coordination will govern the diagnostic assessment, necessary structural repairs, and the precise replacement of all
affected components to meet OEM and upfitter safety standards.
Inte rested firms or individuals may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by submitting in writing
their name, address, point of contact, telephone number, e-mail, and a statement regarding capability to provide the
specified procurement per the attached specifications. Interested firms will be considered only if they respond with clear
and convincing documentation that they are capable of meeting or exceeding the requirements stated herein. All responses
received within seven (7) calendar days after the date of publication of this synopsis will be reviewed by the City. A
determination by the Procurement Manager not to compete this proposed action based on the responses to this notice is
solely within the discretion and approval of the Procurement Manager and City Manager.
All sole/single source purchases exceeding the formal threshold indicated in the policies and procedures manual will require
Commission Approval.
All responses must be in writing and returned to ATTENTION: PURCHASING, City of North Port, 4970 City Hall Boulevard,
Suite 337, North Port, Florida, 34286 or by: Fax 941-429-7173, or by e-mail purchasing@northportfl.gov. Note the number of
the Sole Source Information inquiry on documentation.
Information regarding this Intent may be viewed and downloaded from DemandStar's website at www.demandstar.com.
Links to DemandStar are also available from the City website at www.northportfl.gov .This Notice of Intent is posted on the
City FTP site at https://northportfl.gov/fileshare . If you have any questions, concerns, or problems accessing this request
using the link, please contact Michael White, Contract Administrator I, at 941.429.7174. Request for additional information
or clarification regarding the specifications must be sent via facsimile to 941.429.7173 or via email to
purchasing@northportfl.gov. No verbal requests will be honored.
SS NO. 27-02
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Procurement Request
City of North Port
Request
Request Type* Capital?(?) PRR-EX(?) * FY* Type code*
Sole/Single Source/Standardization No Yes No Yes 2027
Preparer
Sarah Kurz
Pre-Director Approver(s)(?)
Name
1 Garrett Woods
2 Christina Salter
Department* Division(s)
PUBLIC WORKS FLEET
Commission Meeting?* Commission Override(?)
Yes No Yes No
Previously Approved
Purchase
Payment Method* Purchase Type* Purchase SubType*
Visa Purchase Purchase Order Single Purchase (current FY) None Change Order
Payment Authorization Blanket Purchase (current FY) Amendment
Description field should include the public-facing Title and Description.
This description will be public facing. If you need assistance with proper phrasing, please contact the Communications Manager/PIO or Public
Information Manager.
Description*
Towing and accident-related repair services for City Fleet asset CID #73437, a Ford F-550. The vehicle is not drivable due to accident
damage and must be towed to Garber Ford, the original selling dealership, for necessary repairs.
Section 2-407 of the City of North Port Procurement Code provides guidelines for determining if good(s) or service(s) is/are a sole/single source. All
Sole/Single source requests will be posted on DemandStar & the City's Purchasing site for seven (7) calendar days.
Exemption Explanation(?) *
Garber Ford has access to the vehicle's utility bed and installed accessories upfitter to coordinate the required repairs and
replacement of affected components. This request includes both towing and repair services.
Steps taken to verify these goods and/or services are not available elsewhere(?) *
Contacted two local vendors, including the local Ford dealership, to verify repair capabilities. Both vendors indicated they are
unable to complete the required utility body repairs and/or replacement due to the vehicle's specialized commercial upfitting,
including the utility body, PTO compressor, and other heavy-duty equipment. Garber Ford, the original selling dealership, has access
to the appropriate upfitter to coordinate the necessary repairs and replacement.
Other vendors that were contacted(?) *
Charlotte County Ford - Kevin Rydberg 847-812-3005
Jackies Auto Body - Regina D'Amico 941-255-5967
Additional Approvals
Grant?*

Yes No
Technology Related?(?) *
Yes Renewal No
Exemption
Reason*
Attach documentation from the manufacturer certifying the vendor selected is the only distributor/dealer/contractor for the products or services in question and/or holds the
production, unique capability, copyrights, trademark, and/or patent to the item, and check the following applicable statement(s):
Patent, copyright or unique design restrictions. (Sole Source)
Proprietary rights in technical data and/or product formulations (e.g. cleaning compounds, lubricating oils, paint, etc.), which can only be determined through
extensive laboratory analysis and examination. (Sole Source)
Only producer, such as utility supplier or construction material supplier, that will meet the specialized needs of the department or perform the intended function.
(Sole Source)
Direct replacement parts, equipment or supplies that must be compatible with original equipment already installed but available only from the original equipment
manufacturer. Most manufacturers have more than one dealer or distributor for their products. When this is the case, competition between dealers and/or
distributors may be possible, eliminating the "sole or single source" restriction. (Single Source)
When tests and/or demonstrations of equipment, supplies, part, etc. under actual operating conditions reveal superior quality, performance, design or other
characteristics in a brand product(s), which is available from only one source. Testing must be performed as often as practical. (Single Source)
Purchases for a brand product are to be made from one selected supplier, even though there are other suppliers that provide similar products. Options, such as
pricing, availability, servicing, have been vetted and a supplier has been chosen that best meets the City's needs. (Single Source)
Maintenance, repair services or warranty which require specialized test equipment, procedures, and technical expertise available only from the original
equipment manufacturer or authorized/licensed dealer/field service representative. (Single Source)
The part(s)/equipment are required to permit standardization and operating efficiencies within the organization and the parts and equipment are only available
thorough a sole or single source. If competition is available, the parts and equipment must be competed. For brand-specific items, quotes should still be
obtained. (Standardization)
Other: None or some of the above apply. Provide detailed justification below.
Explanation*
Agreement in Place?*
Yes No
Supporting backup*
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Charlotte County Ford Email - Unable to Provide Service.pdf 100.39KB
Jackie's Auto Email - Unable to Provide Service.pdf 118KB
DemandStar
For Purchasing Division
Demand Star* Date Posted
Yes No
Sole/Single Source Number Effective Date Expiration Date
Purchase Details
Line Items
Unit of
Item # Description* Quantity* Unit Price* Subtotal
Measure
1 Accident-related repairs to Ford F- $$ 29,526.00 $1.00 $29,526.00
550 Fleet asset CID #73437,
including utility body and

specialized equipment
repairs/replacement.
Shipping(?) * Total Charges
$0.00 $29,526.00
Accounts(?)
Dept* Account #(?) * Project # Amount*
1 420-6060-536.64-00 U26RVE $14,200.00
2 420-6065-536.64-00 U26RVE $14,200.00
3 420-6061-533.64-00 U26RVE $1,126.00
Total Payments
$29,526.00
Comments to Budget(?)
Backup Attachments
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Additional Backup
Related NavLine Req, price sheet, quote, drawings, specifications, risk waiver, etc.
North Port Service Body Quote No Vehicle 9 15 26.pdf 200.1KB
Vendor Details
Vendor Information(?)
Except for Emergency purchases, vendor MUST already be setup as a vendor in NaviLine.
Vendor Name* Vendor Number*
GARBER FORD INC 6651
Vendor Name CST
Contact Vendor Email
rdavis@garberautomall.com
Remittance Address
PO BOX 1600, GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL 32043
Phone
904-264-2442
Vendor Documentation Current(?) *
Yes No
Risk Documentation Current(?) *
Yes No Waiver Attached
YTD Expenses
(?)
Department Inclusive(?) * City Inclusive(?) *
$29,526.00
Highest Approver(?) *
FD and CM will be skipped on the back end, as needed.

Attachment H
Price Quote Form (PQF)
Updated 1/28/2026
Awarded Contractor Information
Contractor Name: GARBER FORD INC
Street Address: 3380 HIGHWAY 17
City, State, Zip: GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL 32043
Contact Person: Dan Drake Title:
Original Quote Date: 9/15/2026 Revised Quote Date: Est. Delivery:
Phone #'s: Primary: 904-264-2442 EXT : 2332 Secondary:
Email Address: DDRAKE@GARBERAUTOMALL.COM
Fax #:
Contractor's Purchase Order #:
Requesting Customer Information
Agency/Eligible User Name: City of North Port
Contact Person: Matthew Waldner Title: Fleet Acquisition Specialist
Phone #'s: Primary: 941-240-8542 Secondary:
Email Address: mwaldner@northportfl.gov
Fax #:
Secondary Contact for Customer (Optional)
Contact Person: Title:
Phone #'s: Primary: Secondary:
Email Address:
Fax #:
INFORMATION IN THIS SECTION MUST MATCH THE INFORMATION ON THE AWARDED DISCOUNT SHEET.
UNSPSC Commodity
Group Sub-Group
Code*
MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS
Brand Model MSRP Discount (#.##%)
MOTOR VEHICLE
MSRP DISCOUNT MUST BE EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN THE MSRP DISCOUNT SHOWN ON THE AWARDED DISCOUNT SHEET.
Total Customer
Motor Vehicle Description Current MSRP MSRP DISCOUNT
Price
$ -
Non-standard accessories, components, equipment, features, parts, etc. that are attached to or provided with the vehicle when it is shipped from the Manufacturer:
TOTAL COST: Motor Vehicle (per unit) $ -
OEM OPTIONS
MSRP DISCOUNT MUST BE EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN THE MSRP DISCOUNT SHOWN ON THE AWARDED DISCOUNT SHEET.
Customer Price Quantity (per Motor Total Customer
OEM Option Description Manufacturer/Brand Current MSRP
(per unit) Vehicle) Price
TOTAL COST: OEM Options (per Motor Vehicle) #REF!

NON-OEM OPTIONS
MSRP DISCOUNT MUST BE EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN THE MSRP DISCOUNT SHOWN ON THE AWARDED DISCOUNT SHEET.
Customer Price Quantity (per Motor Total Customer
Non-OEM Option Description Manufacturer/Brand Current MSRP
(per unit) Vehicle) Price
Reading 132" DRW Classic II Service Body w/ 2 Heavy Duty adjustable Shelves for READING 1 $ 29,526.00
each vertical compartment and a shelf for the horizontal compartment. $ - $ -
Custom Side increase first two compartments on passenger side near cab to 60" $ - $ -
Work Bumper 21" Workbench bumper with accesible compartments on each side. $ - $ -
Remote Mount Remote Control Panel Connection harness $ - $ -
LED Cabinet Lighting Outer Compartment Area Roadside and Curbside $ - $ -
Remove and re install rack over the utility body $ - $ -
Remove and reinstall tool boxes on the top of the utility bed $ - $ -
Remove and re install the air compressor and perform an operation check
Remove and reinstall the Vise
Spray inside, tops and complete bumper
*****Customer will tow vehicle to dealership *****
$ - $ -
$ - $ -
$ - $ -
$ - $ -
$ - $ -
$ - $ -
TOTAL COST: Non-OEM Options (per Motor Vehicle) $ 29,526.00
BODY TRANSFER AND 3rd PARTY BODY INSTALLATIONS
Customer Price Quantity (per Motor Total Customer
Body Transfer and 3rd Party Body Installations Description Manufacturer/Brand
(per unit) Vehicle) Price
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
TOTAL COST: Body Transfer and 3rd Party Body Installations (per Motor Vehicle) $ -
Total State Term Contract Price per Motor Vehicle #REF!
Number of Motor Vehicles Quoted (with the same OEM and Non-OEM Options) 1
Customer Order Grand Total $ 29,526.00
Estimated Lead Time 120 plus Days
Contractor
Comments:
Customer
Comments:
*UNSPSC = United Nations Standard Products and Services Commodity Code. Refer to the Discount Sheet for the code(s) applicable to each Group and Sub-Group.