Flagpole Foundation and Electrical Spot Lights at White Springs North and South Bound Weigh Stations

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Office of Motor Carrier Size and Weight, is seeking a single source provider to install flagpoles and lighting at the White Springs Northbound and Southbound Weigh Stations in order to comply with Florida Statute 256.13, which requires the FDOT to fly the POW-MIA flag year-round at each rest area along the interstate highways in the state. The FDOT has identified Akea, Inc. as the sole source for this work, as they are currently performing building renovation and site work at the same locations, which requires similar concrete and electrical work. The FDOT is requesting information from prospective vendors regarding their ability to provide these services by 5:00 p.m. (EST) on Monday, April 4, 2022. The estimated cost for this project is $37,807.00, and the contract term is from the date of execution through September 30, 2022.

This is a single source procurement, which indicates that the FDOT has determined that Akea, Inc. is the only vendor capable of providing the required services. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Akea, Inc. is the incumbent vendor, as they are already performing related work at the same locations. The FDOT has determined that bringing in another contractor would result in duplication of efforts that are already underway, making Akea, Inc. the sole source for these services.