DJJ Secure Headrest - Headrest Hardware for Vans

The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is seeking a single-source procurement for specialized vehicle modification services involving the permanent securing of headrests in 30 Ford Transit vans. Specifically, the agency intends to enter into an agreement with Tire Town Automotive for design and fabrication work that will ensure headrests cannot be removed, requiring detailed understanding of vehicle interior structure, seating systems, and safety compliance requirements. The procurement is classified under UNSPSC code 25174600 and represents a highly specialized automotive interior modification project. Prospective vendors are invited to submit relevant information demonstrating their capabilities by April 25, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. (ET), with the procurement covering Leon County and involving comprehensive headrest hardware installation. Key objectives include creating a secure, tamper-resistant seating configuration that maintains vehicle safety standards while preventing headrest removal. The estimated procurement value is $54,000.00, with vendors expected to demonstrate extensive experience in custom automotive fabrication and interior modification.

This procurement appears to be a non-competitive, single-source acquisition without explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational respondents. Tire Town Automotive has been identified as the preferred vendor due to their specialized tools, fabrication capabilities, and technical knowledge in modifying vehicle seat assemblies. The procurement was approved by senior DJJ personnel, including Gregory Davis (Bureau Chief), Pamela White (Deputy Bureau Chief), and Latasha Bissell (Fleet Manager). While the solicitation does not specify disadvantaged enterprise participation, it follows standard Florida procurement statutes, particularly sections 120.57(3) and 287.057(3). The contract will be posted on the Vendor Information Portal (VIP) for at least 15 business days, providing transparency in the procurement process. If no other vendors can demonstrate equivalent capabilities, DJJ will proceed with the intended agreement with Tire Town Automotive, with the procurement covering the design and fabrication of headrest hardware for the specified fleet of vans.