UNSPSC 10452012: Dried cut phalaenopsis cochlearis orchid

Dried cut bloom of the cochlearis variety of phalaenopsis orchid

UNSPSC 10452012 Dried cut phalaenopsis cochlearis orchid is a Commodity code that nominally designates preserved ornamental plant material, yet state and local procurement activity under this code does not reflect purchase of dried orchids; instead, the recent solicitation signals garden landscape maintenance services including seasonal plantings, irrigation system management, and habitat installation. Fulton County, Georgia posted an ITB (26ITB1652296A-KM) on October 16, 2026, for quarterly maintenance of pollinator and rain gardens at the South Fulton Maintenance and Operational Demonstration Garden, a scope that encompasses selective pruning of native perennials, weeding, mulch application, pressure washing, seasonal color changes in garden beds and planters, integrated pest management, irrigation startup and shutdown with component service, and installation of interpretive bat boxes and bird houses. The contractor must employ a Georgia-licensed Landscape Architect, furnish all labor, materials, and equipment, and demonstrate expertise in water-efficient landscaping and wildlife habitat standards. Work runs from Notice to Proceed through December 31, 2027, with two optional one-year renewals. The code designation appears misaligned with the actual procurement scope.

The single recent opportunity identified is concentrated in Georgia. Fulton County, a metropolitan county purchasing body, issued the ITB with a pre-bid conference on November 4, 2026, a recommended site visit on November 10, and a bid due date of November 30, 2026. Certified MBE availability is 34.71% and FBE availability is 11.45% for this construction work category. Insurance requirements include Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability at a minimum of $1 million per occurrence, Business Automobile Liability, Umbrella Liability, and Professional E&O Liability. Bids remain irrevocable for 60 days and award goes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder evaluated on price, responsiveness, responsibility factors (bidder experience, technical qualifications, financial capability, past performance), and compliance with Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act and E-Verify requirements.