Seedling Transportation & Delivery Logistics

The contract involves the specialized transport of containerized seedlings from a nursery to multiple planting sites across north central Florida, with strict requirements to maintain cold-chain integrity throughout the entire logistics process. This includes temperature-controlled handling, timely transit, and monitoring systems to ensure seedling viability from pickup to final delivery. The work demands precise scheduling coordination to align with planting windows and environmental conditions at each site, requiring a logistics provider capable of managing multiple drop-off points efficiently and reliably. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 484220, which corresponds to truck transportation of freight, and is issued by the Suwannee River Water Management District in Florida. The response deadline is August 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and while no set-aside provisions are specified, the contract requires proven experience in horticultural logistics, compliance with environmental and agricultural transport standards, and robust operational planning to support reforestation or habitat restoration objectives. All activities must be conducted within the geographic scope of north central Florida, and performance will be evaluated based on adherence to temperature protocols, on-time delivery rates, and overall coordination accuracy.