NIGP 98562: Plant (Nursery Stock) Rental and Leasing Services

NIGP 98562 Plant (Nursery Stock) Rental And Leasing Services is an Item code that encompasses the supply and installation of nursery plants, landscaping stock, and trees for state and local government use. State and local governments buy tree planting and establishment services, ornamental and landscape plants in various pot sizes and growth stages, grass seed, and related horticultural products on an as-needed basis. Recent solicitations show work that includes tree installation with staking, mulching, and watering; supply of annuals, potted plants, and plugs with specified quantity bands; native tree procurement and installation; and event rental services involving plant and floral display materials. Issuing bodies span municipal parks and recreation departments, city procurement offices, independent school districts, and municipal facilities management. The work typically carries performance requirements such as multi-year establishment warranties with vendor-funded replacement obligations for failed plantings, delivery-time windows, and proof of horticultural licensing or certification.

Recent activity clusters in Florida and Texas. The City of Altamonte Springs posted an ITB for landscaping plants and products (annuals, potted plants, plugs, grass seed, and trees) on an as-needed, when-needed basis with a one-year initial term and four optional one-year renewals, due July 29, 2026. The City of Palm Bay issued an ITB for the purchase and installation of four six-inch native Live Oak trees, due June 2, 2026. A Texas Parks and Recreation Department solicited tree installation, staking, mulching, and watering services within Council District H with a two-year warranty requiring vendor replacement of any trees that die during the establishment period, due October 6, 2026. Dallas Independent School District posted an RFP for event and tradeshow rentals and audio/visual rental equipment and services with a three-year term and two successive one-year renewal options, with an aspirational SBE goal of 30 percent and a 120-day firm offer period, due October 22, 2026.