Seeds And Nursery Stock

PSC 8730 (Seeds and Nursery Stock) encompasses a broad range of procurement activities related to agricultural and ecological seedling, seed, and nursery materials. These procurements support federal land management, habitat restoration, conservation, and agricultural research initiatives across multiple government agencies. The products include native grass and flower seeds, tree and shrub seedlings, container growing media, and specialized plant materials for various restoration and land management projects.

Federal contract awards under this PSC category demonstrate significant diversity, with values ranging from approximately $10,000 to over $1.2 million. The U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Fish and Wildlife Service, and Department of Agriculture are the most frequent awarding agencies. The awards predominantly utilize small business set-asides, particularly total small business and service-disabled veteran-owned small business designations. Frequently awarded entities include Benson Farms, CAL Forest Nurseries, PRT USA Inc., and Roundstone Native Seed. Contract types include firm fixed-price purchase orders, definitive contracts, and Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) calls, with performance periods typically spanning several months to multiple years across western and midwestern states.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on specialized seed and seedling procurement for ecological restoration, wildlife habitat enhancement, and agricultural research. Solicitations include requirements for native prairie grass seeds, hardwood seedlings, fire restoration seeds, and container growing media. Agencies like the Department of the Interior, U.S. Forest Service, and Bureau of Reclamation are seeking suppliers to support projects in states including Oregon, Washington, Illinois, Arkansas, and Wisconsin. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses, with evaluation criteria typically considering technical capability, past performance, and price, and performance periods ranging from several months to five years.