Scientific Dive Survey and Targeted Removal of Halophila stipulacea

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is pursuing a single-source acquisition for scientific dive survey and targeted removal of the invasive seagrass species Halophila stipulacea within a 27-acre test plot at Miami Marine Stadium, Florida. This procurement is justified under Florida Statutes 120.57(3) and 287.057(3), and Rule 60A-1.045, F.A.C., as Marine Taxonomic Services, LTD is the only entity capable of delivering the required integrated expertise in underwater taxonomic surveys, selective hand-removal of invasive seagrass, advanced scientific diving, and real-time data collection. The work demands specialized proficiency in submerged aquatic plant taxonomy, underwater navigation, transect-based survey methodologies, and direct communication with surface support vessels to ensure accurate identification and immediate treatment of infestations while preserving native species. The contract is expected to last one year from the issuance of the Purchase Order, with an estimated total value of $53,853.77, and performance is limited exclusively to the designated site at Miami Marine Stadium under Early Detection and Rapid Response protocols. Vendors seeking to respond must submit written information detailing their ability to meet these unique technical requirements via email to Adrian Wiggins at [email hidden] no later than August 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, excluding weekends and state holidays. No formal solicitation for bids or proposals is being issued, and vendors are not expected to submit pricing or structured proposals; instead, submissions must demonstrate capability to fulfill all performance criteria. The selection will be based solely on demonstrated technical uniqueness and operational readiness, with no competitive evaluation or cost trade-offs. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission retains full authority for inspection and acceptance of deliverables, which include a comprehensive survey of the test area, documentation of all removal activities, and a final report with management recommendations. There are no specified packaging, labeling, invoicing, or accounting details beyond the estimated contract amount and agency code 903fcb03, and no federal acquisition regulation clauses apply, as this is a state procurement governed entirely by Florida statutes. All selected contractors must affirm their responsibility, reliability, and compliance with Chapter 287, F.S., and all applicable state laws and regulations.