Bid guide
How to bid on Siemens process instrumentation for Collier County, FL
What Collier County is buying and why it matters
Collier County, Florida, intends to purchase Siemens process instrumentation, replacement parts, factory service, and support. This equipment is crucial for the county's water and wastewater facilities, where it will be used for monitoring and controlling treatment processes, and for integration with the county's SCADA system. The county states this purchase is essential for maintaining reliable operations and complying with local, state, and federal regulations and permits.
The specific items include Siemens MultiRanger/Hydrorange 100/200 ultrasonic level controllers and sensors, valve positioners, various flow meters, process recorders, pressure and temperature transmitters, loop controllers, pneumatics, and weighing and feeding equipment replacement parts.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on September 10, 2026. The deadline for responses is October 01, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time.
This is a Notice of Intent to Single Source, meaning the county intends to award the contract to Gilson Engineering Sales, LLC, as they are identified as the authorized contracted representative for Siemens Process Instrumentation in Florida. Other vendors may still submit a response to demonstrate their capability to meet the county's needs.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is primarily suited for vendors who can supply Siemens Process Instrumentation products and related services. While the county has identified a specific vendor, other firms capable of providing these exact products, factory service, and support should review the full description.
This falls under the professional services category, specifically for firms dealing with industrial control systems, water and wastewater treatment equipment, and specialized instrumentation.
How to respond
To access the full details and respond, you need to go to the agency's procurement portal, OpenGov Procurement. You will need to sign in or create a free vendor account on OpenGov Procurement.
Once logged in, you can download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Any addenda or updates will be communicated through OpenGov.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even with a Notice of Intent to Single Source, it is important to submit a thorough and well-documented response if you believe you can meet the requirements. Clearly demonstrate your ability to provide the exact Siemens Process Instrumentation products, factory service, and support specified.
Ensure your response directly addresses all aspects of the county's stated needs, including compliance with applicable laws and integration with SCADA systems. Provide clear evidence of your authorization or capability to supply these specific Siemens products in Florida. Pay close attention to the submission instructions on OpenGov Procurement to ensure your response is complete and submitted correctly before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from County of Collier, FL; the original posting controls.