Purchase Flowers & Trees

The state of Massachusetts has posted a contracting opportunity for the Purchase of Flowers & Trees. The anticipated contract period is from the award date through June 30, 2022. This procurement is open to all vendors and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The awarded vendor will be responsible for providing and delivering various types of flowers, plants, and trees to state agency locations across Massachusetts. Deliverables include, but are not limited to, seasonal flower arrangements, potted plants, and tree specimens. Key objectives include providing high-quality botanical goods and ensuring timely delivery to meet the needs of state agencies. Minimum qualifications for responding vendors include demonstrated experience in the commercial horticulture and floriculture industries, as well as the capacity to fulfill and distribute orders across the state. Evaluation criteria will focus on the quality, variety, and cost-effectiveness of the proposed products and services.

The total budget for this one-year contract is estimated to be between $75,000 and $100,000. There is no incumbent vendor, as this is a new procurement. Interested vendors must submit all questions and proposals by the stated deadlines of April 4, 2022 and April 11, 2022, respectively. No site visits or bidders' meetings are scheduled.