2022-2023 Seedling, Harvesting, Packaging and Associated Work at Andrews Nursey

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for tree seedling harvesting and packaging services and associated work at Andrews Nursery located in Chiefland, Florida. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) outlines the scope of work, which includes providing twenty (20) laborers to perform tasks such as lifting, packing, placing containers, dipping seedling roots, and field maintenance. The initial anticipated contract period is November 14, 2022 through March 3, 2023. Bids are due by September 21, 2022 at 5:00 PM ET, and the public bid opening will be held on September 22, 2022 at 11:00 AM ET via teleconference. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest firm fixed unit price per day.

The ITB does not mention any set-asides or preferences. The current incumbent is not identified. The contract will be funded by FDACS, and the availability of funds is noted as a factor in the award decision. No specific award value or budget range is provided.