Lease and Deployment of AMC Model 2700 Juice Extractors

The contract calls for the lease and deployment of up to 40 AMC Model 2700 juice extractors to support citrus maturity testing operations at processing plants across Florida. These devices are essential for accurately measuring total soluble solids, a critical parameter in determining fruit ripeness and quality control. The deployment must strictly adhere to the standards outlined in F.A.C. Chapter 20-34.001(2), ensuring all testing procedures meet state-mandated regulatory requirements for citrus industry practices. The equipment will be distributed to designated processing facilities where consistent and reliable juice extraction is necessary to maintain data integrity throughout the maturity evaluation cycle. The subcontract is issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services with a solicitation posted on April 28, 2026, and responses due by May 19, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 333314, indicating it involves the manufacture of agricultural machinery and equipment. Performance of the contract will occur at multiple Florida processing plant locations, though specific sites are not detailed. Bidders must be prepared to handle logistics of equipment delivery, installation, maintenance, and compliance verification without direct oversight from the agency. The contract requires full operational readiness of all units during the testing window and full accountability for regulatory compliance and measurement accuracy.