Aquaculture BAY boat

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of one (1) Bay boat to be used in the Division of Aquaculture operations. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) outlines the required technical specifications for the boat, including preferred brands, dimensions, and optional features. Bids are due by August 15, 2022, at 5:00 PM ET, with a public bid opening scheduled for August 16, 2022, at 10:00 AM ET. FDACS intends to make a single award or no award, with the anticipated award posting on August 23, 2022. The bid price must be firm and inclusive of all related costs, and FDACS reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities as needed. The contract is contingent upon annual appropriation, and payment will be made upon satisfactory delivery and acceptance.

The ITB is open to vendors across the state of Florida, with a specific focus on the jurisdictions of Leon County and Tampa City. No prior involvement or conflict of interest is allowed, and bidders must comply with requirements regarding scrutinized companies, lobbying, debarment, and drug-free workplace programs. The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor does it provide any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors. The available budget range for this procurement is not specified in the provided documents.