Certified Perennial Ryegrass Blend

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources is seeking quotes for a procurement of 560 (50 lbs.) bags of Certified Perennial Ryegrass blend, specifically a 3-way blend comprising Gray Wolf, Sun Hawk, and Silver Sun varieties. The procurement will require delivery to Twin Lakes Park located at 6700 Clark Rd., Sarasota, FL 34241, with delivery hours restricted to Monday through Friday between 7:30am and 2:00pm. Bidders must provide references demonstrating product experience and comply with all product requirements, including providing new and current product versions that meet federal, state, and local regulations. The quote submission requires a Certificate of Insurance and allows for potential alternate product submissions. Delivery must occur within 14 days of receiving a County Purchase Order, with no additional freight or express charges permitted. The procurement timeline indicates a posting date of July 31, 2025, with quote responses due by August 6, 2025. All inquiries must be submitted electronically through OpenGov Procurement, with verbal information requests explicitly prohibited.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The materials procured will be fully warranted from the date of county acceptance for one year or the standard manufacturer's warranty period, whichever is longer. While no specific budget range is provided, the scope involves 560 bags of certified ryegrass blend, suggesting a moderate-scale procurement. No incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements are mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be a straightforward product acquisition with clear delivery and qualification requirements. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate product knowledge, provide appropriate documentation, and meet the county's specified delivery and warranty conditions to be considered for the contract.