Fertilizers & Pesticides for Athletic Fields

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) seeks competitive offers to supply a range of fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides for the athletic fields of Richland School District Two. Vendors must provide new, first‑class products meeting the specifications listed in Appendices I‑III, deliver FOB destination, and comply with South Carolina procurement rules, background‑check requirements, and insurance mandates. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; bids are due electronically by 11:00 am on October 19, 2026. No pre‑bid conference is scheduled, but bidders are encouraged to visit the site to understand any constraints. The District will issue a purchase order before any work begins, and payment terms are net 30 after acceptance. • Supply of listed fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides in specified quantities (e.g., 360 × 20‑0‑8 fertilizer, 50 × Herbicide boxes, etc.) • Delivery to district facilities, FOB destination, freight prepaid • Mandatory compliance with background checks, insurance (minimum $2 M general liability, $1 M auto, workers’ comp) and licensing for pesticide distribution • Electronic bid submission via the district’s e‑Procurement portal; only one bid per vendor • Award based on lowest responsive and responsible bid; contract period not explicitly defined but tied to delivery and acceptance of goods.