NIGP 32572: Shell, Ground

NIGP 32572 Shell, Ground is an Item code under which state and local governments procure sand and shell materials for landscaping, erosion control, emergency response, and construction applications. Recent solicitations show two distinct use cases: Pasco County's landscape and irrigation installation along a 2.95-mile corridor requiring specific sand and shell placement as part of comprehensive site preparation, and Hillsborough County's ongoing supply of sand for sandbag operations during emergencies and routine County maintenance. The code captures both one-time project-specific material procurement and recurring as-needed supply contracts, with bidders expected to manage delivery logistics, equipment rental, and material testing to meet municipal standards. County governments in Florida dominate recent activity under this code, reflecting the region's reliance on sand and shell for drainage, landscaping, and disaster preparedness.

Pasco County issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) on March 13, 2026 (due April 14, 2026) for landscape and irrigation plans along Ridge Road, with a contract ceiling of $120,000.00 and a 180-day completion schedule; the project required Grade Number 1 plant materials and irrigation components installed to Florida Department of Agriculture standards. Hillsborough County issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB-26-00073) on March 4, 2026 (due March 27, 2026) for sand delivery on an as-needed basis with an estimated three-year value of $617,490.00, requiring 24-hour response for non-emergencies and four-hour response for declared emergencies, and pricing on a fixed per-ton basis with delivery and fuel surcharges included. Both solicitations require E-Verify compliance and comprehensive liability insurance; neither identified incumbent vendors or set-aside designations. Activity is concentrated in Florida's major counties, with no geographic spread beyond the source to characterize at this time.