Big Shoals State Park Road

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of 420 tons of lime rock and 8 tons of granite for a road construction project at Big Shoals State Forest in Hendry County, Florida. The bid responses are due on February 16, 2024 by 5:00 PM Eastern Time, and a public bid opening is scheduled for February 19, 2024 at 9:30 AM. The anticipated award date is February 27, 2024. Bidders must comply with various state requirements, including the Florida Based Business Preference, Scrutinized Companies certification, Drug-Free Workplace certification, and debarment/suspension certifications. FDACS may negotiate with a single responsive vendor if less than two bids are received.

The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest grand total price. The bid prices must be firm and inclusive of all installation materials, labor, administrative fees, delivery charges, and other related costs. FDACS reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantities as needed. The procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, there is no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total value of the contract is not specified, but the procurement is for the purchase and delivery of 420 tons of lime rock and 8 tons of granite.