Vieths Enterprises, Inc.

This public notice pertains to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' decision to award a contract to Vieths Enterprises, Inc. through a single source procurement process, as authorized by Florida Statutes 287.057. The contract is valued between $50,000 and $150,000 and is part of the agency's efforts to fulfill specific operational needs within the State and Local Governmental Entity (SLED) sector. The solicitation was posted on September 19, 2024, with a response deadline of September 24, 2024, indicating a streamlined process for this procurement. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Nita Jackson, a Government Analyst II, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. This notice emphasizes that it is not a solicitation for services or commodities but a formal announcement of the agency’s decision to award the contract to Vieths Enterprises, Inc., highlighting the agency’s intent to proceed without competitive bidding for this particular procurement. The contract’s scope and specific deliverables are not detailed in the notice, but the process underscores the agency’s reliance on a single source for this procurement, aligning with statutory provisions. Additional information about the contract can be accessed through the Florida Marketplace website, providing transparency and public record of the agency’s decision.