Citrus Juice Testing & Soluble Solids Analysis Services

The contract requires the operation of juice extractors to conduct standardized testing of citrus fruit, specifically measuring total soluble solids per pound to evaluate maturity and quality compliance. This work supports critical agricultural assessments that ensure citrus products meet established quality benchmarks, likely for regulatory or market readiness purposes. The testing process is precise and must be performed according to defined protocols to produce consistent, reliable data used in decision-making by agricultural authorities. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541380, indicating it falls under scientific and technical consulting services. It is managed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, with a response deadline of May 26, 2026, and was posted on May 4, 2026. While specific location details are not provided, the performance location is tied to Florida's citrus industry operations. Interested parties must submit proposals through the designated vendor portal before the deadline to be considered for this specialized analytical service opportunity.