Radio/Cellular GPS Fire Resource Tracking System

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking to obtain competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of a Radio/Cellular GPS Fire Resource Tracking System to monitor the inventory of the Florida Forest Service's firefighting equipment. The contract requires the delivery of approximately 504 GPS tracking systems, including 216 units with 10-inch displays and 288 units with 8-inch displays, to be installed in vehicles across 15 regional locations within the state. The selected vendor must provide a fully functional system, including cellular connectivity, mapping capabilities, ruggedized tablets, and vehicle mounting hardware, as well as training at each regional field office. Delivery and installation must be completed within 240 days of the purchase order. The public bid opening is scheduled for February 23, 2024, and the recommended award is anticipated to be posted on March 5, 2024. Bidders must comply with various state requirements, including certification regarding scrutinized companies, lobbying, and drug-free workplace programs.

This contract opportunity is open to all interested vendors, with no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest grand total price. In the event less than two responsive bids are received, FDACS may negotiate the best terms and conditions with a single vendor. The contract does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no information provided about existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total budget for this contract opportunity is not specified.