Opportunity
My Florida Marketplace #DOT-ITB-26-9080-JM
FDOT Solicits Bids for Specialized Shipping Containers for Roadway Use
Posted
April 30, 2026
Respond By
May 19, 2026
Identifier
DOT-ITB-26-9080-JM
NAICS
423830
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of three specialized shipping containers for roadway use. - Government Buyer: - Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Central Procurement Office - Procurement contact: Jocelyn Moore - Products Requested: - Three (3) shipping containers, each 20 ft x 8 ft 6 in - Full side opening - Two sets of forklift pockets (supporting up to 16,000 lbs) - 1 1/8 inch thick marine-grade plywood floors - Bituminous coated understructure cross members - ISPM 15 compliance - Eight lashing rings on closed side walls and bottom rail - Eight lashing rings on door opening side (rated at 6,000 lbs at 45-degree pull) - End walls rated at full payload - Minimum two passive ventilation ports - Door opening of at least 170 degrees - Delivery & Performance: - Delivery required to FDOT Traffic Engineering Research Lab, 2612 Springhill Rd, Tallahassee, FL - Delivery must be completed within 30 days of purchase order or as negotiated - Extensions up to six months possible under certain conditions - Notable Requirements: - All shipping and freight costs must be included in bid - Bidders must be registered in MyFloridaMarketplace and authorized to do business in Florida - Compliance with Florida statutes and E-Verify required - No specific OEMs or brands named; equivalent products may be considered if approved - Encouragement to provide information on recycled content if available
Description
The Florida Department of Transportation is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the procurement of shipping containers designed for roadway use. The containers must meet specific technical specifications including size, material, and structural features such as forklift pockets and lashing rings. Delivery is required to the FDOT Traffic Engineering Research Lab in Tallahassee, Florida by July 15, 2026. Bidders must be registered in the Florida MyFloridaMarketplace system and comply with licensing and business authorization requirements.