Coast Machinery, LLC

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is pursuing a single source procurement for a Marsh Master MM-2MX-KC-FF amphibious tracked vehicle with specialized forestry and wildland fire suppression capabilities. The procurement is specifically for one vehicle equipped with a fire package, rotary cutter attachment, and accompanying trailer, intended for use in prescribed burning, wildfire suppression, and resource management operations. The agency has determined that Coast Machinery, LLC dba Marsh Master is the sole provider of this unique amphibious vehicle with the required specifications. Prospective vendors have until November 19, 2024, to provide information demonstrating their ability to supply comparable commodities or services. The contract term will extend from the date of execution through June 30, 2025, with an estimated maximum contract value of $300,000 and an approximate contract amount of $246,390. The procurement is being conducted under Section 120.57(3) of Florida Statutes, which allows for single source procurement when no comparable alternatives exist. The agency conducted an internet search and could not identify comparable amphibious vehicles with the same level of flexibility and integrated features.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types mentioned in the procurement documents. The opportunity appears to be open to any vendor capable of demonstrating equivalent capabilities to Coast Machinery, LLC. The procurement is geographically focused on Leon County, Florida, and is specifically for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The vehicle's unique capabilities include improved access to tidal/salt marsh and upland/marsh areas with minimal environmental impact, which was a key factor in the single source determination. The procurement process allows for potential vendors to challenge the single source designation by providing competing product information by the November 19, 2024 deadline. If no viable alternatives are identified, the department will proceed with posting a notice of intent to contract with Coast Machinery, LLC. The total estimated budget range for this procurement is up to $300,000, with the specific contract amount estimated at $246,390.