ITB-1360 Agency Decision

The Florida Department of Transportation is soliciting bids under solicitation DOT-ITB-26-1360-SG for a 24-month term contract to purchase wetland mitigation credits. These credits will offset environmental impacts for project FPID 452544-1, specifically I-75 from north of Golden Gate to south of Corkscrew, located within the South Florida Water Management District’s Regulatory Big Cypress Swamp basin. The estimated requirements include 3.00 acres of Freshwater Forested credits for both Federal and State and State Only categories. While the department has identified these needs, it does not guarantee a specific quantity of credits will be purchased. Eligible vendors must possess valid state mitigation banking permits and federal mitigation banking instruments, with credits that are released and available for sale at the time of the bid. Bids must utilize the Uniform Mitigation Assessment Method or Wetland Rapid Assessment Procedure unless alternative documentation is provided. The award will be based on best value, with preference given to businesses certifying a drug-free workplace program if price and quality are equal. Bidders are required to submit their proposals in PDF format by August 24, 2026, and must comply with Florida Statutes regarding E-Verify, scrutinized companies lists, and public records laws. Final acceptance and payment are contingent upon the formal adjustment and approval of state and federal ledgers by the appropriate regulatory agencies.