Under the Bridge Inspection Machine - Purchase

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) intends to enter into a single source contract with Aspen Aerials, Inc. for the purchase of two (2) Under Bridge Inspection Machines. These specialized machines are necessary for FDOT to perform a variety of bridge inspection, maintenance, and repair activities across the state's highway system, including fracture critical, in-depth, and emergency inspections, as well as other preventative maintenance tasks. Aspen Aerials is the sole manufacturer of the specific model required, which has unique features such as the ability to deploy and rotate booms off both sides of the vehicle without the use of outriggers. The estimated dollar amount for this single-source purchase is $4,666,625. FDOT currently operates six under bridge inspection trucks from Aspen Aerials, but they have been in service for over 11 years and are due for replacement. This purchase will help reduce the Department's backlog of replacement needs and provide more reliable and energy-efficient equipment to maintain the safety and mobility of Florida's state highway system.

The contract opportunity is limited to Aspen Aerials, Inc. as the sole source provider of the required under bridge inspection machines. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. FDOT does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there are no specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements. The posted opportunity has a due date of July 21, 2022, and the contract period is for two years.