Split Oak Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area - Burn Unit Improvement Project - Agency Decision

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has officially awarded the contract for the Split Oak Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area - Burn Unit Improvement Project to Grove Services Inc. The agency's decision was publicly announced on March 6, 2025, with the posting period for any protests beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET and concluding 72 hours later on March 11, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. ET, excluding weekends and holidays. Interested parties who wish to challenge the award must submit a written notice of protest within this timeframe and comply with the legal requirements for posting bonds or security, as specified under Florida law. Failure to file a protest within the designated period or to post the required security will result in a waiver of rights to contest the decision. The contract pertains to a project with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000, focused on improving the burn unit at the specified wildlife area in Florida. The solicitation was issued under the agency’s standard procedures, with the primary contact being John Nordmeyer, reachable via email or phone. The project aims to enhance environmental management efforts within the wildlife area, supporting conservation and habitat restoration initiatives. Additional details and procurement information can be accessed through the Florida Vendor Marketplace online portal.