Sole Source Form.pdf

The document outlines the process and criteria for justifying a sole source purchase, which is when a purchase is limited to a single supplier due to strong technical reasons like compatibility with existing equipment, unique scientific requirements, or lack of competition. The request for sole source is based on an objective review and must be in the best interest of the County. The requester must confirm no conflict of interest, personal involvement, gratuities, or biases towards specific brands influenced the decision. The document also requires documentation of efforts made to find alternative suppliers to justify why other suppliers are not being used.