DEM Goddard Park Golf Course Chemicals, Grass Seed, Fertilizer, Etc.

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is seeking a vendor to provide chemicals, grass seed, fertilizer, and other related products for the Goddard Park Golf Course through a Request for Quotation (RFQ24003836). The procurement is specific to Providence County and aims to supply essential maintenance materials for the golf course's landscape and turf management. Vendors must submit their proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system between February 6, 2024, and March 5, 2024, with a dedicated vendor Q&A period running from February 6 to February 23, 2024. The initial contract term will span approximately one year, beginning around March 1, 2024. Evaluation criteria include pricing, with vendors required to quote a single, firm unit price for each item, and the state reserving the right to make single or multiple awards. Vendors must provide detailed pricing on the attached bid form, with delivery terms specified as Free On Board Destination, including inside delivery at no additional cost.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MBE/WBE), with vendors required to submit an MBE Utilization Plan to the Division of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion for review and approval. Vendors must be registered in the Ocean State Procures system and maintain an approved status to be eligible for award. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $1,000,000 in liability coverage per occurrence, workers compensation coverage of $100,000 per accident, and $1,000,000 in automobile liability coverage. While no specific budget range or incumbent vendor is mentioned, the state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and may solicit separate pricing for extra-large orders. Potential vendors must comply with Rhode Island's affirmative action requirements, anti-boycott provisions, and provide various certifications and disclosures demonstrating their qualifications and compliance with state procurement regulations.