Mechanical Removal of Non-Mobile Aquatic Plants and Associated Organic Sediments

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking competitive proposals for the mechanical removal of non-mobile aquatic vegetation and associated organic sediments within the state of Florida. The contract will cover all aspects of this work, including equipment, labor, and disposal, with the intent to award multiple contracts. The contract term is from the date of award until June 30, 2027, with the option for the agency to renew for up to three additional one-year periods. Contractors must provide pricing as a "Loaded Ceiling Price per Acre" for each region, which will establish the maximum rate for any subsequent project quotes. Respondents must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system and with Sunbiz prior to the bid opening, and must provide details on their experience, equipment, and subcontractors as part of the RFP response. The deadline for submitting proposals is 2:00 PM ET on November 1, 2022, and any protests must be filed in accordance with Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, and Chapter 28-110 of the Florida Administrative Code.

The agency has an estimated budget of $16,000,000 for this project and encourages participation from certified minority, woman-owned, and service-disabled veteran businesses. There are no incumbent vendors or current contractors identified, and the RFP does not specify any required integration with existing infrastructure or technology.