Business Opportunities and Results
Important Note: The protocol posted on this website shall control all proceedings associated with this Selection Cycle.
Scheduled Dates and Times
September Selection Cycle
Business opportunities for the September Selection Cycle will be posted by September 15th.
Absolute Application Deadline
All applications for any or all of the posted September business opportunities must be received in the Business Enterprise headquarters in Tallahassee by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on September 30, 2026 without exception. You will be notified by email once your application is received.
Selection Cycle Testing
To be determined.
Selection Panel Meeting
To be determined.
Selection Cycle Interviews
To be determined.
Application Form
Download the Business Opportunity Application Form (PDF).
Results from the May Selection Cycle
Region 1
- Facility 470: Non-Highway Vending, Fort Knox Office Park, Tallahassee
Awarded to Ricky Ruzicka
Region 2
- Facility 503: Highway Vending, I-75 Northbound Rest Area, Gainesville
Awarded to Jonathan Caudill - Facility 504: Highway Vending, I-75 Southbound Rest Area, Gainesville
Awarded to Orlando Ramirez - Facility 608: Non-Highway Vending Route, Gainesville – Tacachale area & Lake City
Awarded to Kate Curlin
Region 3
- Facility 409: Highway Vending, I-95 Southbound Rest Area, Brevard County
Awarded to Kash Ahmed - Facility 509 / 272: Non-Highway Vending Route, Sumter, Pasco, and Hernando County
Awarded to Vitor Almedia - Facility 624: Non-Highway Vending Route, Orange, Osceola and Seminole County
Awarded to William Pease
Additional Information
Selection Cycle Exam
The test for the current selection cycle will take place in the District Office designated by the applicant on his or her application according to the Scheduled Date and Time listed at the top of this page. Persons arriving after the start of the test will be turned away and disqualified from further consideration. The test concludes at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Applicants will be notified by email and follow-up phone call regarding testing date, time, and location. Contact the designated District Office for directions if needed. Study guides are available to help you Prepare for the Vendor Selection Test.
Selection Cycle Interview
The Selection Panel will meet at a location or a virtual format yet to be determined according to the Scheduled Date and Time listed at the top of this page. Interviews for qualified applicants may begin on the first scheduled interview day or at appointed times on the following days. It is expected that the Panel's business will conclude no later than 5:00 PM on the last scheduled interview date, if not sooner, depending upon the number of applicants qualifying for an interview.
