RFQ-2477- Spring Bedding 2026 for Francis Marion University

The University is seeking a qualified vendor to supply and deliver a large assortment of spring‑time bedding plants for campus landscaping. The contract is a single‑award, lowest‑responsible‑and‑responsive‑bid procurement; all prices must be firm for 30 days after submission. Delivery is FOB destination to the university’s central receiving dock, with freight included in the quote. The scope lists exact quantities, colors, and container sizes for each plant type, and the university reserves the right to order additional units at the quoted unit rates. • Provide 800 Sun Coleus (6‑inch pots) – 400 Bright Green, 400 Bright Red. • Supply 600 Sweet Potato Vine (6‑inch pots) – 400 Green, 200 Dark Color. • Deliver 600 Angelonia (6‑inch pots) – 300 White, 300 Blue; 400 Pentas (6‑inch pots) – 200 Red, 200 White; 260 flats of Vinca Upright; 150 Large Green Leaf Begonia (8‑inch pots); 30 flats of Zinnias “Profusion”. • Include a line‑item for total freight/shipping cost; sales tax is excluded. • All plants must be “best available” soil, in the specified container size, and must overhang the container (minimum plant size). The vendor must hold a valid South Carolina vendor number, submit a completed quote form, W‑9, Open Trade Representation certification, and any required licenses/insurance. Prompt‑payment discounts may be considered.