Planning & research services

The Florida State University Master Agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) serves as an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on research and development, specifically targeting transportation safety initiatives. The contract enables the procurement of specialized research services, with a primary emphasis on aging driver and pedestrian safety studies. Key services include conducting research projects, such as the Safe Mobility for Life Program, which involves detailed investigations into parking lot hazards and mobility challenges for older populations using advanced technologies like mobile eye tracking equipment.

The master agreement was awarded to Florida State University on May 24, 2010, with an original completion date of May 31, 2016. The contract is a fixed-price lump sum type, covering the state of Florida, with documented budget allocations of $55,154.00 for fiscal year 2010-2011 and $6,500.00 for fiscal year 2011-2012. The contract's performance is evaluated through specific work orders and deliverable metrics, with potential task termination for unsatisfactory performance. The IDV provides a structured mechanism for FDOT to engage in targeted research and development activities with the university, ensuring continuous improvement in transportation safety and mobility research.