My Florida Marketplace #2026-SS-04-D

Single Source Advocacy Services for FDA Orange Juice Petition

This opportunity involves the Florida Department of Citrus's intent to award a single source contract for advocacy and coalition management services related to the FDA Standard of Identity Petition for orange juice. - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Citrus (CIT) - Contracting office located at 605 E. Main St., Bartow, FL 33830 - Vendors and OEMs: - Florida Citrus Mutual (sole vendor; no OEMs or other vendors mentioned) - Services Requested: - Management of the Brix Petition Coalition - Contract advocacy and legal services to support the FDA Standard of Identity Petition for orange juice - Leading the petition process through to approval - Communication of petition progress with federal policymakers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Florida Citrus Mutual is uniquely positioned due to its established advocacy role and status as co-petitioner with the Florida Department of Citrus and the Florida Citrus Processors Association - Single source justification based on unique qualifications - Estimated Contract Value: - $40,000 - No specific products, part numbers, or OEM equipment are requested; the procurement is for specialized advocacy and legal services only.

Description

The Florida Department of Citrus intends to award a single source contract to Florida Citrus Mutual to serve as a collaborative partner in managing the coalition and championing the petition to change the FDA's standard of identity for orange juice. The partner will assist in managing the Brix Petition Coalition, utilizing contract advocacy and legal services to lead the petition through approval, and communicating progress with federal policymakers. This contract is valued at $40,000 and is a unique collaboration due to Florida Citrus Mutual's established contract advocates and co-petitioner status.

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