Wax coated boxes - andrews nursey

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the procurement of approximately 50,000 wax coated boxes to be delivered to Andrews Nursery in Chiefland, Florida. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. ITB FFS 25 26 19 specifies detailed technical requirements for the boxes, including a 1 1/9th bushel volume, precise inside dimensions of 17 in. long x 11 3/4 in. wide x 11 5/8 in. high, single wall corrugated construction, and a plain brown Kraft color. Bid responses are due on August 4, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, with a public bid opening scheduled for August 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The Department anticipates purchasing the boxes within the next 12 months and reserves the right to adjust quantities. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest unit price, with vendors required to submit a detailed price sheet and various certifications including drug-free workplace, forced labor, and vendor verification forms.

The procurement opportunity includes potential preferences for Florida-based businesses, certified minority businesses, and vendors with drug-free workplace programs. Vendors must comply with state purchasing regulations, utilize E-Verify, and provide various statutory certifications related to boycotts, labor practices, and vendor eligibility. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor with the lowest unit price, with special consideration given to businesses meeting specific local and state criteria. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves approximately 50,000 boxes, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. Interested vendors must carefully review all documentation, complete all required certifications, and ensure full compliance with the detailed specifications outlined in the ITB. The contract is specific to Leon County and will be administered by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, with delivery required to Andrews Nursery in Chiefland.