Diversified Communications

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is advertising a single-source procurement intent for an industry trade show exhibit booth with Diversified Communications, the sole host and vendor for the Seafood Expo North America, with prospective-vendor challenge submissions due August 11, 2026. This is a statutory notice of intent, not a request for bids or proposals; challengers may submit relevant information only if they believe they can provide equivalent services.

The scope is rental booth space for the "Fresh From Florida" pavilion at the Seafood Expo North America scheduled for March 2027. The Division of Marketing and Development seeks this space as part of the Agricultural Promotional Campaign authorized under Chapter 570, Florida Statutes.

The estimated contract value ranges from $90,750 to $150,000. The contract term extends from execution through June 30, 2027. The procurement is justified on the basis that Diversified Communications is the host organization and the only known source capable of providing booth space at this specific trade show. The department has not identified alternative vendors.

Approvals have been obtained from the Development Representative Supervisor, Bureau Chief of Seafood and Agriculture Marketing, Division Director, Purchasing Director II, and Division of Administration Director. Should prospective vendors submit information demonstrating service availability from alternative sources, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will provide written notice of its decision and proceed under Florida Administrative Code Rule 60A-1.045 and Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes.