Freightliner Transport Trucks Painting Services – Lake City, Florida (RE-BID)

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Freightliner Transport Trucks Painting Services at the Florida Forest Service (FFS) Lake City Central Shop. The procurement seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive painting services for approximately 18 Freightliner transport trucks, including sandblasting the entire steel truck bed to a Society for Protective Coatings standard, applying two coats of undercoating to the frame and truck bed, and applying one coat of primer and one finishing coat using Florida Forest Service colors. The contractor's facility must be located within 25 miles of the Lake City Central Shop, and the FFS will be responsible for transporting trucks to and from the selected vendor's location. The bid is due on March 27, 2025, by 5:00 PM, with a public bid opening on March 28, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor with the lowest Grand Total Price, with the department reserving the right to add or reduce the number of trucks to be serviced. Vendor requirements include submission of several attachments such as a subcontractors list, acknowledgement form, price sheet, and various certifications related to lobbying, workplace practices, and vendor responsibilities.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract period will begin upon issuance of the purchase order and must be completed prior to September 1, 2025, with potential for up to three one-year renewals at the department's discretion. Paint, primer, and undercoating will be supplied by the Florida Forest Service, which reduces material costs for potential bidders. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the scope of work involves painting 18 transport trucks, suggesting a moderate-scale project. The procurement is specifically targeted to vendors with painting and surface preparation capabilities, particularly those with experience in commercial vehicle refinishing and ability to meet technical specifications outlined in the ITB. The geographic restriction of a 25-mile radius from the Lake City Central Shop will likely limit the pool of potential contractors to those in the immediate regional area.