LAMTRAC LTR 6160T Track Mulching Carrier

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of four (4) LAMTRAC LTR 6160T Track Mulching Carriers for use in forestry operations, primarily for mitigation and fuel reduction to prevent wildfires and protect life and property. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) provides a detailed timeline for the procurement process, with a bid release date of September 20, 2022, a due date for sealed bids of October 10, 2022, and an anticipated award posting date of October 18, 2022. Delivery of all units and invoices must be made prior to June 30, 2023. The ITB specifies the required technical specifications for the track mulching carriers, including the engine, hydraulics, drivetrain, undercarriage, chassis, cab, and required accessories. Bids must be firm fixed prices inclusive of all costs, and the Department reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantities.

The ITB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, it does include a Florida-based business preference, as well as provisions related to public entity crimes, discrimination, antitrust violations, and the use of unauthorized aliens. The ITB does not provide any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The budget range for this procurement is not explicitly stated.