DNR-Prairie Seed Mix-Double T SFWA

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The State of Illinois, through the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is soliciting bids for a prairie seed mix procurement for the Double T State Fish and Wildlife Area (SFWA) located in Fulton County, Illinois. The required seed mix includes a variety of grasses, sedges, and forbs that must originate within 300 miles of Fulton County to meet local ecotype requirements. The successful bidder must provide high-quality, viable seed that is not treated with neonicotinoids. The bid must specify the county and state of origin for each seed species, and the mixing of seed must be coordinated with the Primary Coordinator, Greg Fretueg, prior to shipment. Seed delivery must be scheduled with the Primary Coordinator, and the final invoice is due by June 30, 2024. Bid pricing should be provided in total pounds of pure live seed (PLS), and no cultivars will be accepted.

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This procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent or contractors are not specified. The available budget range or potential award value is also not provided in the documentation. Interested bidders must comply with the State of Illinois' Standard Terms and Conditions for state and local contracts, which cover areas such as payment, assignment and subcontracting, audits and record retention, confidentiality, intellectual property, indemnification, insurance, compliance with laws, termination, and warranties.