Operation Cleansweep

The contract pertains to Operation Cleansweep, a procurement initiative managed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). Originally, an Invitation to Bid (ITB) was issued under solicitation number IN-14236, with a posting date of October 29, 2025, and a response deadline of November 2, 2025. The project involves a purchase with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000, and it falls under the NAICS code 562112, which relates to hazardous waste collection and disposal services. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Edward Rondeau, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. However, this notice indicates that the original ITB for Operation Cleansweep has been withdrawn due to insufficient responsive bids—fewer than two. Instead of proceeding through a traditional bid process, the department intends to negotiate the purchase directly under an exception allowed by Florida law, specifically Florida Statute Chapter 287.057(6). This approach is being taken to facilitate the procurement in the absence of competitive bids. The document also provides guidance on protest procedures and emphasizes that this notice serves as the final advertisement related to the initial solicitation. The procurement aims to address hazardous waste management needs within Florida, with the department emphasizing transparency and adherence to statutory provisions during the process.