VMRD, Inc

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is conducting a single-source procurement for laboratory supplies and fixtures, specifically antibody test kits for piroplasmosis. The agency has identified VRMD, Inc. as the sole manufacturer and supplier of the required USDA-licensed test kits. The estimated value of the contract is $65,000, and the term is from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The justification for the single-source acquisition is that VRMD, Inc. is the sole source for the specialized products, and the agency has confirmed the unavailability of competition. Prospective vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to supply the required commodities or services, and if it is determined that the commodities or services are available only from a single source, the agency will provide notice of its intended decision to enter into a single-source purchase contract.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent vendor is VRMD, Inc., and the procurement does not require integration with any existing infrastructure or technology. The contract value is estimated to be $65,000, but the final award value may vary based on the agency's needs and the vendor's proposal.