UNSPSC 10452011: Dried cut phalaenopsis chibae orchid

Dried cut bloom of the chibae variety of phalaenopsis orchid

UNSPSC 10452011 Dried cut phalaenopsis chibae orchid is a Commodity code that in state and local procurement covers specialty florals and ornamental plant materials used in landscaping, grounds maintenance, and facility beautification projects. However, the recent activity under this code does not reflect purchase of dried orchids specifically; instead, state and local buyers are soliciting landscape maintenance services that incorporate living plants, native grasses, trees, shrubs, and perennials within themed garden spaces. The issuing bodies using this code include county governments and special-purpose districts managing demonstration and operational gardens on public property. Services requested encompass quarterly maintenance of pollinator gardens and rain gardens, including selective pruning, weeding, mulching with specific materials (pine straw and uncolored hardwood mulch), pressure washing, seasonal plant color changes, irrigation system management, integrated pest management, and installation of wildlife habitat features such as bat boxes and bird houses with interpretive signage. Contractor qualifications typically require Georgia-licensed landscape architects on staff and demonstrated knowledge of water-efficient landscaping and wildlife habitat standards.

Fulton County, Georgia posted ITB 26ITB1652296A-KM for landscape maintenance services at the South Fulton Maintenance and Operational Demonstration Garden on October 16, 2026, with bids due November 30, 2026 and a pre-bid conference scheduled for November 4. The contract covers 0.95 acres of established pollinator and rain gardens and runs from Notice to Proceed through December 31, 2027, with two optional one-year renewals subject to Board of Commissioners approval. The solicitation notes availability of certified MBE firms at 34.71% and FBE firms at 11.45% for this construction work category. Bidders must submit all labor, materials, and equipment costs and maintain insurance including Commercial General Liability coverage of at least $1 million per occurrence; bids remain irrevocable for 60 days. The mismatch between the code's nominal scope (dried orchids) and the actual work being solicited (living landscape maintenance) suggests this code sees limited relevant recent activity in state and local procurement.