Custom Manatee Transport Truck Box Fabrication

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive bids for the fabrication of a custom manatee transport truck box to be installed on an FWC Ford F-550 chassis. The truck box must meet detailed specifications, including size, materials, climate control, and a liftgate. Key deliverables include the fabrication and delivery of the completed truck box. Bidders must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system and the state's SunBiz registry. Bids are due by January 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET, with a public bid opening on the same date. The contract will be effective for one year upon issuance of the Purchase Order, with the possibility of extensions. The contract will be awarded to the responsive, responsible bidder that submits the lowest total price.

Certified minority, woman, and service-disabled veteran business enterprises are encouraged to participate. The procurement is open to all eligible vendors, and there is no incumbent vendor or current contractor identified. The funding source for this project is not specified. While a budget range is not provided, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.