Description
The State of Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a qualified vendor to supply horticultural products for the maintenance, enhancement, and beautification of public gardens, landscapes, and green spaces at Belle Isle State Park. The contract will be a three‑year agreement (10/15/2026 – 10/15/2029) with possible one‑year renewals, and the vendor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supplies needed to fulfill the Statement of Work. Bidders must submit a complete proposal package (cover page, confidential treatment form, contract terms, vendor questionnaire, SOW, pricing schedule, insurance documents) electronically via the SIGMA VSS system by 9:30 a.m. EST on 11/02/2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that passes a pass/fail evaluation.
• Supplies include a variety of horticultural items (e.g., PROMIX BX AGTIV REACH bales, Lambert LM‑AP bales, Poinsettia stems, Easter Lilies, Hardy Mums, Azaleas) with annual quantities ranging from 60 to 350 units.
• Pricing must be submitted in Schedule B and is firm for a 365‑day period; adjustments may be made only with documented cost changes.
• Vendor must maintain specified insurance coverage (commercial general liability, automobile, workers’ compensation, etc.) and provide proof within 10 business days of contract execution.
• Delivery is required within five business days of order to 99 Pleasure Dr, Detroit, MI 48207, with the vendor covering shipping and handling costs.
• The contract includes liquidated damages of $50 plus $25 per day for late or improper completion.
• All proposals become public records; confidential treatment must be requested via a separate form if needed.
• Pre‑bid questions are due by 10/23/2026; answers will be posted by 10/27/2026.