Oliver and Dahlman Equipment Company, Inc.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is pursuing a single-source procurement for a Fesco Model Modular Harrow from Oliver and Dahlman Equipment Company, Inc., specifically designed for maintaining and establishing fire lines on state forest lands to prevent and control prescribed burns and wildfires. This procurement is not a traditional bid or proposal, but a statutorily mandated fifteen-business day advertisement for an intended single-source purchase. The contract period will run from the date of execution through June 30, 2025, with the procurement targeting specialized agricultural machinery for forestry management purposes. Prospective vendors who believe they can provide equivalent commodities or services are invited to submit relevant information to the contact person by January 14, 2025. If no alternative vendors can demonstrate comparable capabilities, the department will proceed with Oliver and Dahlman Equipment Company as the sole source provider. The procurement process requires vendors to provide comprehensive information demonstrating their ability to meet the specific equipment requirements for forest management and fire prevention.

There are no explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations mentioned in the documentation. The single-source justification is predicated on Oliver and Dahlman Equipment Company being the only known manufacturer of the Fesco Model Modular Harrow that precisely fits the district's equipment specifications. The estimated contract value is up to $97,000, with an approximate contract amount of $96,500. Multiple officials have approved the procurement, including the Forestry Operations Administrator, Operations Administrator, Forestry Center Manager, Assistant Director, Purchasing Director, and Director of Administration. The procurement is specific to Leon County, Florida, and follows state procurement regulations under Section 120.57(3) of Florida Statutes. Potential vendors must demonstrate their capability to provide an equivalent specialized agricultural machinery solution that meets the precise technical requirements for forest management and fire prevention infrastructure.