Purchase and Installation of Turfgrasses

Sarasota County is seeking bids for a Term Contract to purchase and install various turfgrass varieties across its jurisdiction, spanning from University Parkway to Riverview Avenue South in Englewood. This Invitation for Bids (IFB) requires a contractor to harvest, deliver, and install turfgrass with a minimum installation of 400 square feet per location, adhering to horticultural industry standards. Bidders must submit references demonstrating turfgrass installation experience within the past seven years and possess specific certifications, including a Florida Department of Transportation Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic or Temporary Traffic Control certification. The county will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total bid price, which must include all trip charges, mileage, vehicle charges, travel time, and labor within the hourly rate. The procurement is structured as a three-year Term Contract with a one-year warranty period commencing from the county's acceptance of work. The bid is due on April 23, 2024, and bidders are required to provide comprehensive documentation of their capabilities, experience, and compliance with specified installation requirements.

The solicitation does not appear to have specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, and no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Business Automobile Liability insurance with specified minimum coverage limits. While local and American business preferences are typically considered in government procurement, they do not apply in this solicitation due to grant funding requirements. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, materials, and equipment, and must coordinate work with minimal disruption to county operations. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the contract's scope suggests a significant investment in turfgrass procurement and installation services across Sarasota County's jurisdictional areas. The successful bidder will need to demonstrate technical proficiency, logistical capability, and a comprehensive understanding of turfgrass installation requirements to be competitive in this procurement opportunity.