FMC Model 091-B Juice Extractor Leasing & Sub-Leasing Management

The contract solicits bids to lease up to fifteen FMC Model 091-B juice extractors for use across citrus processing facilities in Florida, with the primary objective of supporting state-level citrus processing operations. The lessee is responsible for managing the deployment, maintenance, and sub-leasing of these units across multiple locations, ensuring seamless operational continuity and adherence to all applicable Florida state testing and compliance standards for equipment used in food processing. The agreement is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services of Florida, with a NAICS code of 532412 indicating equipment rental and leasing services, and requires strict compliance with regulatory frameworks governing agricultural machinery in food production environments. All units must be delivered, installed, and maintained in full alignment with state-mandated quality and sanitation protocols, and the lessee must retain the authority to sub-lease the equipment to approved third-party processors while remaining ultimately accountable for performance and compliance. The solicitation closed on May 26, 2026, and was posted on May 4, 2026, through the Florida Marketplace portal, with no set-aside provisions indicated. Responsibilities include ensuring equipment availability during peak processing seasons, prompt repair or replacement of faulty units, and documentation of all testing and maintenance activities to satisfy state audit requirements.