Actuator and Thrust Units for Moveable Bridges

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Two, is conducting a single source procurement for actuator and thrust units for the moveable Bridge of Lions and Crescent Beach bridges. FDOT requires a complete linear actuator and two additional thrust units that match the existing actuator specifications currently installed on the Crescent Beach Bridge. RACO International, L.P. is the intended sole source vendor, as they are the only manufacturer of these specialized actuator and thrust units for the District Two drawbridges. The total estimated value for this single source procurement is $100,000.00. FDOT has noted that they currently do not have replacement parts should the span locks fail, and these parts are crucial to the safe operation of the drawbridges.

This single source procurement does not have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. RACO International, L.P. is the incumbent vendor, as they are the sole manufacturer of the required actuator and thrust units. The procurement schedule includes a posting date of February 9, 2023 and a due date of March 1, 2023.