Veterinary Medical Research & Development

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is initiating a single source procurement for veterinary medical research and development, specifically focusing on laboratory supplies and fixtures essential for animal disease testing and control. This procurement is mandated by statute and is not a solicitation for bids or proposals. The department intends to acquire antibody test kits for piroplasmosis and prion protein monoclonal antibody cell culture supernatant to support its Serology and Histopathology sections, respectively. The contract is set to commence on July 1, 2025, and conclude on June 30, 2026, with an estimated value ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000. The procurement process emphasizes transparency, requiring prospective vendors to submit relevant information by June 16, 2025, to demonstrate their ability to supply these specialized commodities. If the department determines that these products are only available from a single source, it will publicly announce its intent to contract with that vendor on the Vendor Information Portal, in accordance with Florida Statutes. The division responsible for this procurement operates under statutory authority to enforce laws related to livestock health, including testing, supervision, and eradication of diseases such as brucellosis, tuberculosis, and parasitic infestations. The supplies are critical for the department's ongoing efforts to control and eradicate transmissible livestock diseases, including those affecting poultry and cattle. The contract will be awarded as a single source, reflecting the specialized nature of the required laboratory materials, and is part of the department’s broader mission to safeguard animal health within Florida. The procurement process is managed by Nita Jackson, a Government Analyst II, with further details available through the Florida Vendor Marketplace.