IFB - Weed Control and Fertilizer Application for Multiple Locations

The Jordan School District (JSD) in Utah has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Weed Control and Fertilizer Application services across multiple district locations, governed by the State of Utah Procurement Code (UCA Chapter 63G-6a). The procurement consists of two distinct service components: Part 1 requires broadleaf weed control application using Trimec 1000 on approximately 500 acres scheduled for April completion within 10-14 days, and Part 2 requires fertilizer application using a 28-4-10 product with 4% non-staining iron at 1.5 lb. of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet, also on 500 acres, scheduled for early June with identical completion timelines. Both services must be performed when school is not in session. Bidders must submit pricing on a per-acre basis for each service component, with all pricing guaranteed for one year and inclusive of all labor, equipment, materials, and tools. Qualified bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in weed control and fertilizer application and provide detailed equipment lists for each application type; no product substitutions are permitted. The District will award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and reserves the right to split awards among multiple bidders if deemed advantageous. Early payment discounts may be evaluated as part of the award decision if the discount period is not fewer than ten working days. Electronic bid submissions are required through Utah Public Procurement Place (U3P) Bonfire with a deadline of Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MST, with questions due by Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MST.

The IFB contains no designated set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises or specific restrictions on bidder types beyond the standard compliance requirements applicable to all vendors contracting with JSD. All bidders must complete vendor registration documentation, certify compliance with the Public Contract Boycott Restriction Statement per Utah Code 63G-27 (prohibiting boycotts of Israel and certain industries), and comply with JSD's Standard Terms and Conditions, which include comprehensive insurance requirements (workers' compensation, $1,000,000 employee liability, $2,000,000 general liability, $1,000,000 automobile liability, and $5,000,000 umbrella coverage) with JSD listed as additional insured. Independent contractors or 1099 employees must complete the URS Post-Retired Verification Form to ensure compliance with Utah retirement system regulations. The contract will commence upon bid acceptance and continue for one year, with JSD holding options to extend for up to four additional annual renewals on identical terms for a maximum of five years total. Price adjustments during renewal negotiations may be requested up to 60 days before contract renewal and must be supported by documented justification; the District automatically receives the benefit of any market price decreases. No incumbent vendors or budget ranges are specified in the solicitation documents provided.