You should post on the Kitchens Forum. Also, I am confused by your post - you are having the bridge faucet at the prep sink? It must be a large prep sink. Or, you are having the bridge faucet at the main farmhouse sink? Anyway, I think a Farmhouse sink of 30" width DOES need a spray. You are doubling your work to clean it if you don't have the spray function. I understand you like the look of bridge faucets, but think about your everyday use/multiple-times-a-day use. The problem with bridge faucets is that (a) you have to use both hands to operate them and turn them on and off, vs. a single-handle style which you can even turn on with the side of your palm if your hands are greasy, (b) 3 holes in the counter to clean around, and (c) no spray function. There are many single-handle faucets that are transitional in style. One that comes to mind that is very popular with farmstyle sinks is the Kohler Vinnata. It comes in two sizes - the larger one for a main sink, and the smaller one for a prep sink. But there are many other choices. Here is a link that might be useful: Kitchens Forum

No one on this thread has addressed the OP's statement: "please tell me what brands brands/models to write into the scope of work for the kitchen sink and faucet". It sounds like one reason you are frazzled about the sink/faucet choice is that you feel you have to put it in the scope of work. You do not have to stipulate these two items cause you should buy them yourself. Just stipulate in the scope of work that you will be supplying them, not the contractor. You will get a better price, and don't pay attention to the contractor saying he'll get you a "contractor discount". Really, you will find better deals yourself. If you buy a single-hole faucet, you don't even have to have it on site right away, since the size of the single-hole is standard for all faucets. You should specify the size of the sink and that YOU will be supplying it, and that it's self-rimming. But you don't need to give the contractor brand and model number info in your scope of work. Regarding the faucet, you will pay more for the brushed finish over a polished chrome finish. So if you are trying to find ways to save money, choose the polished finish instead. If your heart is set on a brushed finish, I think you should check out Costco. Not only do they have name brands and no-name brands (and I agree that no-name brands often are great bargains and should not be dismissed), but you have the amazing Costco return policy, which is basically they will refund your money regardless (except for electronics). I also would get a faucet with the integrated spray - I couldn't live without mine. I just gave a quick glance at the Costco website and they have brushed finished faucets for $99, $169. Regarding the sink - yes to the suggestions already given to buy your sink online at mrdirect, galaxytoolsupply, expressdecor or overstock. Just be sure of the dimensions you want, and I would look for 16 gauge, since all those sites have the sinks @ 16 gauge. I am a single-bowl girl myself, so I am biased toward a single bowl sink.

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I would suggest a Ticor sink from galaxy tool supply. The value is excellent, good range of styles and everyone who has them likes them.Remember that the lower the gauge on a ss sink, the thicker the steel. I prefer 16 gauge. Would also recommend a pull-down faucet. Kohler Simplice is an excellent choice. Grohe Minta is more modern style but also well regarded. Some like the Delta touch faucets but those are in the higher range. "Affordable" can be a relative term. I had 2 soap dispensers and hated them. There was a thread recently on the kitchen forum about them. I seem to be in the minority. I much prefer the Simplehuman sensor countertop dispenser I recently purchased on Amazon. If I had space for another sink hole 'd use it for undersink filtered water. Another game changer that let me stop buying the bottles. But again, these are preferences. Best to decide how many holes you will need for faucet plus whatever in advance -- but that depends on the type of sink you purchase and the type of counter. I personally would get an undermounted sink, budget permitting. Then they can drill the number of holes you need. Here is a link that might be useful: Ticor sinks