Aquaculture BAY boat

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking to obtain competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of one (1) Bay boat for use in the Division of Aquaculture operations. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) provides detailed technical specifications for the boat, including requirements for length, draft, beam, fuel capacity, deadrise, maximum horsepower, capacity, hull weight, and various optional features such as a T-top, swim platform, hydraulic jack-plate, trim tabs, compass, hydraulic steering, trailer, and bilge pump. The bid due date is September 12, 2022 at 5:00 PM ET, with a public bid opening scheduled for September 13, 2022 at 10:00 AM ET. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest total price. Bidders must complete and submit the required attachments, including the Acknowledgement Form, Price Sheet, Certifications regarding Scrutinized Companies, Lobbying and Debarment, and Drug-Free Workplace Program. Vendors located outside of Florida must also provide a written opinion from an attorney licensed in their state regarding any preferences granted to in-state businesses. The Department reserves the right to negotiate with a single responsive vendor if less than two bids are received.

The ITB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is also no information provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The ITB does not specify a budget range or award value.