Description
The State of Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources is seeking a qualified vendor to supply horticultural products for Belle Isle State Park’s public gardens, landscapes, and green spaces. The contract will cover the provision of a range of live plants (e.g., promix bales, lambert, poinsettia, Easter lilies, hardy mums, azaleas) and related horticultural supplies over a three‑year period. Vendors must submit detailed pricing, comply with insurance and certification requirements, and be able to deliver orders within five business days to the park’s address in Detroit. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; the contract may be renewed for up to three additional one‑year terms.
• Scope: Supply of specified horticultural plants and related materials (quantities listed per year).
• Delivery: Within 5 business days to 99 Pleasure Dr, Detroit, MI 48207; F.O.B. destination.
• Contract term: 3 years (10/15/2026 – 10/15/2029) with possible 3‑year renewal options.
• Pricing: Firm for 365‑day periods; must include shipping; quick‑pay discounts encouraged.
• Insurance: Minimum commercial general liability $1 M per occurrence, auto liability $1 M, workers’ comp as required, etc.
• Submission: Electronic via SIGMA VSS by 9:30 a.m. EST on 11/02/2026; questions due 10/23/2026.