DMA-ITB-346 - Saw Palmetto Berry Sale 2025

The Florida Department of Military Affairs has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) numbered DMA-ITB-346 for a Saw Palmetto Berry Sale at Camp Blanding Joint Training Center (CBJTC) in 2025. The procurement seeks a two-month contract for the per-pound sale and harvest of saw palmetto berries, specifically located in the North Post area covering approximately 17,800 acres. Bidders must be registered with MyFloridaMarketPlace and submit a performance bond of $25,000 or provide a line of credit letter. The contract term is anticipated from August 1, 2025, to October 1, 2025, with the exact start date determined mutually by the Installation Forester and the awarded contractor based on berry maturity. Bid submissions are due by 4:00 PM EST on July 17, 2025, with bid opening and notice of intended award to be posted on the Vendor Information Portal on July 18, 2025. Vendors must provide vendor references, submit a drug-free workplace certification, and meet minimum qualifications. Harvesting will be limited to 200m from road edges to preserve native wildlife habitats, and contractors must adhere to strict environmental and safety guidelines.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must comply with comprehensive security requirements, including obtaining access control rosters and following base entry procedures. Mandatory pre-harvest activities include participating in unexploded ordinance (UXO) briefings and maintaining the site's road and resource integrity. While specific award value is not detailed, payment will be made weekly at a per-pound rate for berries removed. Contractors will need to integrate with existing military installation protocols and environmental conservation standards. No incumbent vendors are listed in the available documentation. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors with appropriate agricultural harvesting experience and the ability to meet stringent military installation access and environmental preservation requirements.