How to bid on Mitigation Credits to Offset Wetland Impacts with Florida DOT

What the agency is buying

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Five is seeking price proposals for the purchase of both State and Federal Mitigation Bank Credits. This is an opportunity for vendors who can provide these specific environmental credits to support FDOT's projects.

Key dates and deadlines

Bids for this project are due no later than July 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time. It is important to note that the "End Date/Time" shown elsewhere on the posting is not the bid due date; always refer to the date identified in the Timeline of the downloadable ITB document or any attached addendums.

Questions and Answers (Q&A) #1 was posted on July 20, 2026, and Q&A #2 was posted on July 21, 2026. These documents may contain important clarifications for your bid.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms that specialize in environmental services, specifically those involved in providing state and federal mitigation bank credits. Vendors must be registered in the State of Florida’s MyFloridaMarketplace system to submit a bid.

Out-of-State corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships must be authorized to do business in Florida. Additionally, if the services require individual licensing by the FL Department of Business and Professional Regulation, all bidders must be properly licensed.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click on the "View original source" link provided in the original posting. This will open the solicitation on Florida’s MyFloridaMarketplace Vendor Information Portal. Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account.

All bidders must be registered in the State of Florida’s MyFloridaMarketplace system. If you are not registered, you can complete online registration or call for assisted registration. Submit your response as directed in the posting before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all solicitation documents, including any Q&A postings and addendums, to ensure you understand all requirements and any updates. Pay close attention to the specific types and quantities of mitigation credits requested.

Ensure your firm is fully registered in MyFloridaMarketplace and meets all state authorization and licensing requirements before the bid deadline. Verify that your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects the value of the mitigation credits you are offering.

Be aware of the communication restrictions: between the release of the solicitation and 72 hours after the notice of intended award, do not contact agency employees or officers about the solicitation, except in writing to the procurement officer or as specified in the documents. Violation may lead to rejection of your response.