Fertilizer for Upper Coastal Plain Research Station

Auburn University is seeking sealed bids for fertilizer procurement at the Upper Coastal Plain Research Station located in Winfield, Alabama. The specific procurement involves purchasing and spreading 18-9-18 fertilizer with 3% sulfur across 110 acres at a rate of 269 pounds per acre. The bid, identified as AU-2022-0000470, was opened on May 26, 2022, and is set to close on June 8, 2022. Bidders are required to submit their proposals through the JAGGAER Sourcing Event Portal, with bid openings to be conducted via conference call and in strict adherence to Alabama state bid laws. The procurement includes standard contract terms such as F.O.B. Destination - Freight Prepaid and Allowed, with payment terms set at Net 30. Bidders must submit a completed and notarized vendor disclosure statement and confirm compliance with federal immigration laws, including providing E-Verify documentation if applicable.

The contract opportunity emphasizes a commitment to small business and small disadvantaged business (SB & SDB) suppliers, with potential for the contract to be made available to other eligible entities including Auburn University at Montgomery and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. Each participating entity will have the ability to generate its own purchase orders. Auburn University reserves the right to award the contract in whole or part, providing flexibility in the procurement process. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement covers fertilizer application for 110 acres, which suggests a moderate-scale agricultural research contract. The geographic scope is limited to Marion County, Alabama, with the primary location being the Upper Coastal Plain Research Station in Winfield. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate capabilities in agricultural fertilizer procurement and application, with a focus on meeting the specific nutritional requirements of the research station's agricultural needs.