Genie S-85 HF Telescopic Boom Lift

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service is soliciting competitive bids for the purchase and delivery of one new Genie S-85 HF Telescopic Boom Lift under ITB FFS 26 27 44, with bids due September 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. A 5% preference applies to vendors whose principal place of business is located within Florida; non-Florida vendors must submit a written attorney opinion regarding their state's preference policies or face disqualification. No substitutions for the specified Genie S-85 HF model are permitted.

The equipment will be used in forestry operations primarily for harvesting seed cones and must be delivered to the FFS Central Shop in Lake City, Florida no later than June 30, 2027. The lift must feature 4WD capability, platform capacities of 1,000 lbs. (restricted) and 500 lbs. (unrestricted), and either foam-filled turf and sand tires or air-filled flotation tires, with all specifications detailed in Appendix I. Pricing must be firm and inclusive of delivery, packaging, handling, shipping, environmental and fuel service fees, and any other related charges; the Department bears no separate delivery costs. The manufacturer's standard warranty is required for a minimum of 90 calendar days from acceptance.

The award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor submitting the lowest Grand Total Price. Written questions are due September 18, 2026. A public bid opening is scheduled for September 29, 2026 at 10:30 AM via teleconference or in-person at the Mayo Building in Tallahassee, Florida. Vendors must complete all required attachments including the FDACS Acknowledgement Form, Price Sheet, Certification Regarding Lobbying and Debarment, Forced Labor Certification, and Vendor Certification Form (PUR 7801). A 1% MyFloridaMarketPlace Transaction Fee will be automatically deducted from all state payments. The awarded vendor must have a valid W-9 form on file with the Department of Financial Services prior to purchase order issuance.