53-foot semi-trailer with Conestoga Tarp System for FDOT Maintenance

The state of Florida, through the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), is seeking to procure 53-foot semi-trailers with Conestoga Tarp Systems for FDOT Maintenance operations within Clay County. The procurement is being conducted through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) process, with the intended award to be posted on the state's Vendor Information Portal (VIP) on November 13, 2024. The solicitation requires the successful bidder to provide heavy-duty semi-trailers equipped with a Conestoga-style tarp system, which is intended to protect the contents of the trailer during transport. The key objectives of this procurement are to ensure the FDOT Maintenance operations in Clay County have reliable and secure transportation for materials and equipment. Interested vendors must meet specific qualifications and the bids will be evaluated based on factors such as pricing, technical specifications, and delivery timelines.

There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this solicitation. The state has not identified any incumbent vendors or current contractors for this requirement, and there is no existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total budget or award value for this procurement has not been disclosed, but bidders should be prepared to submit proposals that demonstrate their ability to meet the FDOT's requirements in a cost-effective manner.