Cypress Mulch for Fayette County Public Schools (RFQ 24-028-075)

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The Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) Purchasing Department has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ 24-028-075) to procure cypress mulch for delivery and potential installation at multiple locations within the school district. The RFQ seeks pricing for both bagged and loose 100% non-CCA cypress mulch, with installation services required for the loose mulch option based on available project budget. Respondents must meet technical specifications for the mulch, including requirements for chipped/small grind and/or playground mulch, 100% non-CCA, and delivery options for bagged mulch that include unloading with a forklift. Responses are due by 10:00 AM EST on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, with an anticipated project start in June 2024. The contract term is from the date of award issuance until December 31, 2024, with no renewal options.

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This contracting opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The contract was awarded to two vendors: Super Mulch/Complete Resource Management for bagged mulch and 770 Tree Guy for loose mulch with blow-in service. The pricing for the bagged mulch is $1.975 per cubic foot, the loose mulch is $1.30 per cubic foot, and the blow-in service for loose mulch is $1.85 per cubic foot. The pricing appears competitive, and the awarded vendors have demonstrated the capability to fulfill the requirements of the RFQ.