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Scientific Dive Survey and Targeted Removal of Halophila stipulacea

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FWC SS 25/26-19State & Local

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking information from vendors regarding the exclusive capability to provide scientific dive survey services and targeted removal of the invasive seagrass species Halophila stipulacea, as outlined in solicitation number FWC SS 25/26-19. The agency has determined that these services are likely available only from a single source and is not issuing a formal solicitation for bids or proposals. Interested vendors must submit written documentation detailing their ability to perform the required tasks, including proof of technical expertise, equipment, and personnel qualifications, to the designated point of contact no later than August 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. The selected vendor must demonstrate full capability to meet all contract requirements, uphold the highest standards of integrity and reliability, and comply with Chapter 287, F.S., and all other applicable state and federal laws. The work will be performed throughout the state of Florida, and submissions must be emailed to Adrian Wiggins at Adrian.Wiggins@myfwc.com.

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Florida seeks single-source vendor for invasive seagrass dive surveys and removal by August 19, 2026.

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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation CommissionView Agency

NAICS

70111507View NAICS

Place of Performance

FL, USA

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NONE

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PUR 7776 Single Source Purchase for Scientific Dive Survey and Removal of Halophila stipulacea

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AgencyFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Contacts1 person available
OfficeN/A
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Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
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Office AddressN/A
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Adrian Wiggins
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THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR BIDS OR PROPOSALS. PLEASE DO NOTSUBMIT A BID OR “NO BID” REPLY. The Agency has reason to believe thatthe services or commodities described herein are only available from asingle source. Any prospective vendors must provide information in writingregarding their ability to supply the commodities or contractual servicesdescribed in the attached specifications. Vendor’s information regarding their ability to provide the product orservice should be emailed to the contact person listed on thisadvertisement and must be received no later than enter advertisement August 19, 2026 and 10:00 AM ET (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays). The Contractor/Vendor ultimately selected for this contract must warrantthat it has the capability in all respects to fully perform the contractrequirements and the integrity and reliability that will assure good-faithperformance as a responsible vendor, and that the Contractor/Vendor shallcomport with Chapter 287, F.S., and all other applicable rules and laws.

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