Description
The City of Cleveland is seeking bids to supply pre‑cooled top‑size lily bulbs for greenhouse forcing, with a focus on Easter lilies that must arrive well before the 2027 Easter season. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid, with electronic submission required for bids estimated at $50,000 or less. Bidders must provide unit pricing inclusive of shipping, meet strict delivery timelines, and submit mandatory compliance forms.
• Supply pre‑cooled lily bulbs (Easter, Oriental, Asiatic varieties) with quantities ranging from 50 to 400 units per variety.
• Deliver bulbs no later than the week of 29 Nov 2026 to satisfy a 17‑week pre‑Easter delivery window.
• Include all freight costs in unit prices; no post‑award price increases allowed.
• Attach completed Request‑for‑Bid Form, Terms & Conditions, Northern Ireland Fair‑Employment Affidavit, and Wage‑Theft Disclosure.
• Submit bids electronically by 3:00 PM on August 4 2026 (or sealed envelope if over $50 K).