My Florida Marketplace #2027-SS-01

Single Source Agricultural Research Services for New Citrus Varieties

This procurement opportunity focuses on supporting Florida's citrus industry through specialized agricultural research services: - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Citrus (CIT), headquartered in Bartow, FL - OEMs and Vendors: - New Varieties Development and Management Corporation (NVDMC) is the intended single-source vendor - Products/Services Requested: - Agricultural research and licensing services for new citrus varieties - Includes research to develop, evaluate, and prioritize new citrus cultivars - Emphasis on consumer market expansion and disease/pest tolerance, especially citrus greening (HLB) - Establishment of research priorities, acquisition and allocation of funds - Negotiation and sublicensing of rights to new citrus varieties for Florida growers - Monitoring of agreements to support industry health and viability - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Single-source justification based on NVDMC's unique expertise in citrus variety development and industry needs - Focus on addressing citrus greening and expanding market opportunities - Estimated Contract Value: - $650,000 - Place of Performance: - Department of Citrus, 605 E. Main St., Bartow, FL 33830

Description

This is a single source procurement by the Department of Citrus (CIT) for agricultural research services focused on the development of new citrus varieties in Florida. The services include research and licensing programs to provide, evaluate, and prioritize Florida's needs for new citrus cultivars that address consumer market expansion and disease tolerance, particularly in response to challenges like citrus greening (HLB). Interested vendors are invited to submit relevant information by April 27, 2026, to assist the Department in determining if the services are available only from a single source. The estimated contract period is from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with an estimated value of $650,000.

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