Wyoming Bid Sagebrush and Forage Kochia Seed

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing and the State of Utah Division of Wildlife Resources are soliciting bids for Wyoming Bid Sagebrush and Forage Kochia Seed through Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. AS19118. The procurement seeks various rangeland seed varieties from the 2018 seed production, with specific focus on sagebrush and forage kochia seeds. Bids must be submitted electronically through SciQuest by April 4, 2019, at 2:00 PM MDT, with delivery required to the Great Basin Research Center Seed Warehouse in Ephraim, Utah. The evaluation criteria prioritize the lowest pure live seed (PLS) price per pound and the nearest delivery date, with a preference for items deliverable within 14 calendar days of award. Bidders are required to provide comprehensive company details, tax identification, contact information, and complete mandatory cost sheets. The procurement anticipates multiple purchase order awards to the lowest responsive and responsible bidders, with seed to be delivered on pallets and vendors expected to guarantee their pricing and accept standard terms and conditions.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations. Vendor performance, including seed supply reliability and delivery consistency, may influence award decisions. The document allows for potential contract modifications to incorporate new technology or technological upgrades related to the procurement items. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the procurement suggests multiple awards will be made based on competitive pricing and delivery capabilities. Bidders must demonstrate the ability to meet precise seed specifications and delivery requirements, with the potential for contract awards contingent upon comprehensive evaluation of submitted proposals, including past performance and compliance with bid specifications.