New Genin Z62/40 Articulating Z-Boom or Equivalent

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of two Genie Z62/40 Articulating Z-Boom lifts or equivalent equipment, specifically for forestry operations focused on harvesting seed cones. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid (ITB FFS 24 25 94) targeting equipment with precise specifications, including a minimum 48 HP diesel engine, 4WD capabilities, and a 61-foot minimum platform height. Key deliverables require the equipment to meet comprehensive safety standards and be delivered to the Florida Forest Service - Central Shop in Lake City, Florida by June 30, 2025. The bid solicitation establishes a clear timeline with sealed bids due by January 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET, followed by a public bid opening via teleconference on January 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM. FDACS intends to make a single award or no award based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, with the evaluation criteria centered on the Grand Total Price.

The procurement appears to have potential preferences for Florida-based businesses in accordance with Section 287.084, F.S., which may provide a competitive advantage to local vendors. The contract includes flexibility for potential additional equipment purchases within 12 months of the initial award, maintaining the same terms, conditions, and pricing. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid documents suggest an open competition approach. Pricing requirements mandate that vendors include all associated costs such as delivery, packaging, handling, shipping, environmental, and fuel service fees. The total budget and potential award value are not definitively stated, but the procurement is for two articulating boom lifts with comprehensive technical specifications. The contract provides potential for future procurement of similar equipment, offering vendors an opportunity for ongoing engagement with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.