Refrigerated Air Intake Dehumidifier / Chiller for Octane Knock Engines - Consumer Services

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the outright purchase and delivery of four (4) refrigerated air intake dehumidifier/chiller units. The units are required for use with two (2) Research Method Octane Rating Units (CFR F-1 RON) and two (2) Motor Method Octane Rating Units (CFR-2 MON) located in Hillsborough County, Florida. The successful vendor must provide the dehumidifier/chiller units that meet specific technical requirements, including humidity limits, humidity sensor, and the ability to modify and control humidity. The vendor must also provide unlimited off-site technical support and on-site training for designated lab personnel. Delivery of the units must be made to the specified locations in Tampa and Pompano Beach, Florida no later than June 30, 2024, and the vendor shall furnish manufacturer warranties for a minimum of one (1) year on the equipment. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor with the lowest Total Firm Fixed Price.

The ITB includes a preference for vendors whose principal place of business is located within the State of Florida. The Addendum provides clarification that the lowest responsible and responsive vendor whose principal place of business is located within Florida will be entitled to a preference over vendors with out-of-state principal places of business. The total contract value is not specified, but the Department intends to make a single award or no award, whichever is determined to be in the best interest of the state. There is no mention of any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors.