Crushed Shell Road Base Material – Charles H. Bronson State Forest for the Joshua Creek Tract Road

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive sealed bids to supply and deliver approximately 2,280 tons of FDOT‑grade crushed shell road‑base material for road improvements within the Charles H. Bronson State Forest (Joshua Creek Tract). The material must be free of debris and foreign matter, delivered to the forest site in Christmas, FL, within 14 business days of a purchase order, with a minimum of 15 loads per day. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes by September 30, 2026 5:00 PM; the bid opening is scheduled for October 1, 2026 9:30 AM. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a preference for Florida‑based suppliers. Vendors must be registered in MyFloridaMarketplace and provide a suite of certifications (lobbying, debarment, forced‑labor, drug‑free workplace, etc.). • Quantity: ~2,280 tons of crushed shell road base • Delivery location: 3563 Phillips Rd., Charles H. Bronson State Forest, Christmas, FL 32709 • Delivery window: ≤14 business days after PO receipt, 15 loads/day minimum • Bid submission deadline: September 30, 2026 5:00 PM (sealed envelope, no electronic bids) • Evaluation: Lowest total price, Florida‑based business preference, compliance with certifications • Required registrations/certifications: MFMP vendor registration, UNSPSC 30121700, W‑9, lobbying/debarment, forced‑labor, drug‑free workplace, etc.