Request for Bids for Providing Agricultural Manual Labor as Requested by the Yuma Agricultural Center

The University of Arizona is soliciting bids from vendors to provide agricultural manual labor as requested by the Yuma Agricultural Center. The bid submission deadline is May 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM MST. The university is seeking a vendor to furnish agricultural manual labor for use by all departments at the University of Arizona, with the option for other state universities and government entities to access the agreement. The Request for Bids (RFB) document outlines the terms and conditions of the agreement, including the scope of work, technical requirements, and certifications required. Vendors are expected to fully understand the RFB and make any necessary inquiries to the university to gain a clear understanding of the requirements. The university reserves the right to disqualify any vendor who demonstrates a lack of understanding of the RFB or fails to comply with the instructions and terms outlined in the document. Verbal communication will not be considered effective unless formally confirmed in writing by the university's procurement official. Vendors are required to submit their bids in writing, and all inquiries and questions related to the RFB must be directed to the university's procurement department through a designated online portal. The university will respond to questions and requests for clarification in writing, and all addenda will be posted on the university's website. Key dates include: * April 10, 2026: Issuance of RFB * April 21, 2026: Technical questions and inquiries due by 12:00 PM MST * May 1, 2026: Bid submission deadline at 2:00 PM MST The university's purpose and core values are outlined in the RFB, and vendors are encouraged to review and uphold these values. The university is committed to working with vendors who share its values and are committed to providing high-quality services.