Oak and Pecan Seed (SDA 374-0647)

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation numbered MDC24247 for the procurement of oak and pecan seeds for its George O. White Nursery located in Licking, Missouri. The solicitation seeks bids for 14 different seed varieties, including 13 distinct oak species (Black Oak, Cherrybark Oak, Chinkapin Oak, Northern Red Oak, Nuttall Oak, Overcup Oak, Pin Oak, Post Oak, Shumard Oak, Swamp White Oak, Swamp Chestnut Oak, White Oak, and Willow Oak) and Pecan seeds. The oak seeds must be sourced from the Midwest region, while the Pecan seeds must be specifically sourced from Missouri. The desired delivery dates for the seeds range from October 17, 2024, to November 15, 2024, with most items targeted for delivery on October 17, 2024. The solicitation period is open from June 19, 2024, at 1:00 PM GMT to July 3, 2024, at 7:00 PM GMT, with bids to be submitted electronically through the MissouriBUYS system. Delivery terms are Free On Board Destination to the George O. White Nursery at 14027 Shafer Road, Licking, MO 65542, and payment terms are Net 45 Days.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to the bid. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The estimated total value of the contract is not disclosed, and the quantity fields for each seed type are listed as "0", indicating that vendors will provide their proposed quantities during the bidding process. Quantities for the different seed varieties are expected to range from 100 to 3,500 pounds per item. There are no specific funding sources or requirements noted in the solicitation documents. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with Lisa Larivee serving as the primary contact for any questions regarding the solicitation. Vendors are responsible for ensuring timely submission of their bids and must allow adequate time for potential technical support during the submission process.