Tree Seedling Bags

The State of Washington is conducting a procurement for tree seedling bags to be used in forestry and greenhouse applications across multiple jurisdictions, including counties, cities, and census-designated places. The solicitation seeks bids for the supply of tree seedling bags with specific dimensional, material, and printing requirements to support the Department of Natural Resources' Webster Forest Seedling Nursery operations. Bidders must be able to fulfill order quantities ranging from 25,000 to 65,000+ bags with a 45-60 day lead time and FOB delivery to the Olympia, WA nursery. The solicitation includes a pre-bid conference, a question and answer period, and a bid due date of August 5, 2024, with an anticipated award date of September 26, 2024. The contract term may be up to 60 months, with firm prices required for the first 12 months.

The solicitation has a preference for recycled or environmentally-friendly materials and includes various Washington state procurement preferences for small, veteran-owned, and disadvantaged businesses. While the solicitation does not specify any set-aside requirements, it encourages participation from these types of organizations. The total annual estimated purchase value is approximately $125,000, but the state does not guarantee any minimum purchase. The current incumbent vendor(s) are not identified, and no information is provided on existing infrastructure or technology that may require integration.