Articulating Hydraulic Cranes and Flat Bed Trailers

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the procurement of specialized equipment through Invitation to Bid ITB CS 24 25 102. The procurement involves purchasing up to three Articulating Hydraulic Cranes (Knuckle Boom) and up to three Flat Bed Trailers for the department. Specific technical requirements include cranes with 115,550 ft-lb capacity and two hydraulic extensions to 28'4", and trailers that are composite flat trailers measuring 31-1/2 ft long with 96" width and approximately 9,100 lbs weight. Key bidding deadlines include questions due by February 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET, bid responses posted by February 7, 2025, and sealed bids due by February 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET, with a bid opening scheduled for February 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET. The department intends to make a single award or up to three awards based on the lowest Grand Total Price, with bid pricing required to include all modifications, reinforcements, installations, setup, initial training, and delivery charges. Installation and final delivery must be completed within 120 days of receiving the purchase order, with delivery to be made to the department's facility in Tampa, Florida.

The solicitation includes a 5% price preference for Florida-based vendors competing against out-of-state vendors, which could provide a competitive advantage for local businesses. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears open to various qualified vendors who can meet the detailed technical specifications. The total potential award value could range up to three complete sets of equipment, with precise budget details not specified in the available documentation. Delivery of the equipment will be to the FDACS facility located at 4514 Oak Fair Blvd Suite 140, Tampa, FL 33610. Vendors must provide comprehensive pricing that encompasses all aspects of the equipment, including modifications, hydraulic components, installation, training, and shipping, ensuring a fully operational system upon delivery. The procurement process allows for potential multiple awards, giving flexibility in vendor selection while maintaining stringent performance and specification requirements.