My Florida Marketplace #2027-SS-01-D

Single Source Award for Citrus Variety Research and Development Services

This award notice announces a single source contract for agricultural research services to support Florida's citrus industry: - Government Buyer: Florida Department of Citrus (CIT) - Contracting office located at 605 E. Main St., Bartow, FL 33830 - Awardee: New Varieties Development and Management Corporation (NVDMC) - Primary Service Requested: - Agricultural research and licensing programs to develop, evaluate, and manage new citrus varieties - Focus on consumer market expansion and improved disease/pest tolerance, especially addressing citrus greening (HLB) - Includes acquisition of new cultivars, negotiation of sublicensing rights, and monitoring of industry agreements - Unique Requirements: - NVDMC selected as a single source due to unique expertise and established industry relationships - Services directly support the health and viability of Florida's citrus growers - Estimated Contract Value: $650,000 - No other OEMs or vendors are mentioned

Description

This is a formal notification of intent to award a contract to New Varieties Development and Management Corporation (NVDMC) for agricultural research services related to the development of new citrus varieties in Florida. The contract involves providing services to the citrus industry through research and licensing programs that evaluate and prioritize Florida's need for new citrus varieties, including those for consumer market expansion and disease and pest tolerance. The work includes establishing goals and objectives, acquiring new cultivars, negotiating sublicensing rights, and monitoring agreements to support the health and viability of Florida's citrus industry. The contract is a single source award due to NVDMC's unique expertise and established relationships within the industry.

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