Oliver & Dahlman Equipment Company, Inc.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) intends to enter into a single-source procurement with Oliver & Dahlman Equipment Company, Inc. for specialized agricultural machinery, specifically the Fesco Model Modular Harrow, which is essential for maintaining fire lines on state forest lands to prevent wildfires. This procurement is not a solicitation for bids or proposals but is a statutorily mandated fifteen-business-day advertisement to notify the public of the Department’s intention. The equipment is unique and only available from the specified manufacturer, justifying the single-source approach under Florida statutes. The contract is valued at approximately $370,955, reflecting the cost of acquiring the machinery necessary for wildfire prevention activities. Interested vendors who believe they can supply the required commodities or services are encouraged to submit relevant information to the designated contact by October 22, 2025. The Department will review all submissions to confirm whether the products are exclusively obtainable from the identified source. If confirmed, the Department will publicly announce its decision to proceed with the contract via the Vendor Information Portal. The procurement process emphasizes transparency and adherence to statutory requirements, ensuring that the equipment used on state lands meets specific operational needs for wildfire management. The primary contact for this procurement is Government Analyst II Nita Jackson, reachable via email or phone, with the solicitation details accessible through the Florida Marketplace.