SelectUSA Tradeshow Exhibit

The state of Florida, specifically Leon County, has issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 25-ITB-005-CM for a SelectUSA Tradeshow Exhibit procurement. The solicitation seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive exhibit services for a trade show event, with a focus on showcasing economic development opportunities. Key procurement dates include technical questions due by 3/21/2025 at 4:30 PM EST, with anticipated Q&A posting on 3/24/2025, and bid submissions required by 3/27/2025 at 2:30 PM EST. The bid will be opened on 3/27/2025 at 3:00 PM EST, with an anticipated Notice of Intent to Award scheduled for 4/8/2025. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement process allows for both electronic and physical bid submissions, suggesting a comprehensive and accessible approach to vendor selection. The Florida Department of Commerce is overseeing this procurement, indicating a strategic initiative to attract business investment and economic development opportunities through tradeshow participation.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises in the provided documentation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available information. The documentation does not outline a specific budget range or award value for the SelectUSA Tradeshow Exhibit project. The procurement allows for multiple submission methods, including courier, hand delivery, U.S. mail, fax, and email, which suggests flexibility for potential vendors. Communications regarding the bid should be directed to the Agency Clerk at the Florida Department of Commerce. While detailed technical specifications are not provided in the current documentation, the solicitation appears to be structured to support the state's economic development objectives through strategic tradeshow representation. Interested vendors should carefully monitor the Florida Vendor Information Portal for additional updates, including the forthcoming Addendum 1 and Agency Decision.