Planning & research services

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Master University Agreement (BDS15) is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) designed to facilitate research and development services, primarily focused on infrastructure and transportation technology. The IDV enables collaborative research projects with universities, such as the University of North Florida and Rutgers University, to conduct specialized studies on transportation-related topics. Specifically, the contract supports research initiatives like evaluating mixture components for road performance, conducting laboratory testing, and developing technical reports that contribute to transportation infrastructure improvements.

The master agreement was originally awarded on April 13, 2011, with an initial performance period ending on April 12, 2016. The prime contractor is the University of North Florida, with the contract type established as a Master University Agreement. The IDV covers the state of Florida and provides a flexible framework for task work orders that can be modified through amendments. While specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, individual task work orders demonstrate allocations around $149,129, with provisions for performance-based payments and potential financial adjustments based on deliverable quality and completion.