Procurement Exemption for ABEL pumps and parts from PumpTech Northwest
Pierce County intends to directly purchase ABEL pumps and parts from PumpTech Northwest under a sole source exemption. Vendors who believe they can meet the County’s needs must submit a capability statement by August 14, 2026. This is not a competitive solicitation but a public notice of a planned direct negotiation.
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Pierce County has issued a public notice of its intent to make a directly negotiated purchase of ABEL pumps and parts from PumpTech Northwest under a sole source procurement exemption. This is not a competitive solicitation; rather, it is a notice that the County believes the purchase is clearly and legitimately limited to a single source of supply. The procurement is authorized under Chapter 2.106 of the Pierce County Code, which permits direct negotiation when special facilities, special market conditions, or a sole source exists.
Interested vendors who believe they are capable of meeting the County’s requirements are invited to submit a capability statement for evaluation. The capability statement must demonstrate that the vendor can fulfill the need and meet all minimum requirements outlined in the attached scope document. The submission deadline for capability statements is August 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM Pacific. Questions regarding this notice must be submitted by August 7, 2026 at 11:00 PM Pacific. All documents and communications should be directed to the procurement contact, Andrew Robson.
The scope of this exemption covers the supply of ABEL brand pumps and associated parts, which are used in specialized pumping applications such as sludge handling, slurry transport, and other heavy-duty industrial processes. The specific models and quantities are detailed in the attachment “A - ABEL 2026 PE 196 for Posting.” The County has determined that PumpTech Northwest is the sole authorized distributor and service provider for ABEL equipment in this region, justifying a direct negotiation. The cost and term of the proposed purchase are not publicly disclosed in this notice.
Vendors should review the full exemption documentation, including the minimum requirements and justification sections, before submitting a capability statement. The County will evaluate timely submissions to determine whether the sole source justification remains valid or if a competitive process should be pursued. This notice serves to provide transparency and an opportunity for alternative suppliers to come forward before the County finalizes the direct purchase.
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Proposal Document
View proposal documentSolicitation number
2026-PE-196
Contact
- Andrew Robson
- andrew.robson@piercecountywa.gov
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