2023-2024 Babcock Ranch Preserve Initial Exotic Plant Treatment

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking to establish a contractual services agreement for herbicide treatment of invasive exotic plants within 1,831 acres of the Babcock Ranch Preserve (BRP) located in Charlotte County, Florida. The project period is upon execution of the state purchase order through June 01, 2024, with the option for three one-year renewals. Bidders must provide proof of appropriate licenses, certifications, and references, and will be evaluated based on the firm fixed price per acre, with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder awarded the contract. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit will be held on March 20, 2024, and sealed bids are due by April 16, 2024 at 5:00PM ET. FDACS intends to make a single award or no award, as determined to be in the best interest of the state. The ITB provides detailed specifications for the herbicide treatment, including the use of specific herbicides, treatment methods, and requirements for contractor personnel, equipment, and reporting.

There are no set-asides or incumbent contractor indicated for this opportunity. The project is funded by the state, but the total available budget is not specified. Interested parties must be able to demonstrate their capabilities and experience in executing similar herbicide treatment projects, as well as their ability to meet the technical and operational requirements outlined in the ITB.