Emergency/natural disaster

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) established a Master Agreement for Emergency Support of the Florida Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Operations Network in direct response to Hurricane Idalia. This Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) provides comprehensive emergency support services for critical transportation infrastructure, including microwave and fiber optic transmission systems, mobile radio infrastructure, weather stations, generators, towers, and related facilities. The contract enables rapid deployment of technical support, repair, and restoration services for transportation systems impacted by natural disasters, with a focus on responsive and flexible emergency management.

The master agreement was awarded to TransCore ITS, LLC on August 29, 2023, with a contract period through August 28, 2024. The contract is classified as an emergency contract under Governor Executive Orders 23-171 and 23-172, with a maximum limiting amount of $1,000,000.00. Service rates range from $90 per hour for field technicians to $750 for full-day trailer deployments, with a 10% markup allowance for specialized materials and equipment. The contract covers the state of Florida and includes provisions for detailed damage reporting, personnel background investigations, and strict security protocols for accessing critical infrastructure sites.