2026-27 Annual Grass Seed

The City of Palm Desert is seeking bids for the purchase of annual grass seed for City parks and the Desert Willow Golf Course. The contract requires the delivery of 157,500 pounds of seed, consisting of standard perennial rye, apron-treated perennial rye, and apron-treated Poa Trivialis. The seed must meet specific purity, germination, and packaging requirements. The successful bidder will be required to deliver the seed to two locations, with the first delivery due by September 15, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key considerations for bidders include: * Meeting the seed quality and packaging specifications * Ensuring timely delivery to the specified locations * Providing all necessary labor, materials, and equipment for the delivery * Complying with the City's nondiscrimination policy * Obtaining required licenses and permits * Maintaining insurance and bonds as specified in the contract * Performing at least 50% of the work with their own organization * Submitting a non-collusion declaration and workers' compensation certification * Complying with prevailing wage requirements and debarment regulations * Providing a performance bond and payment bond * Paying sales tax and other applicable taxes, permits, licenses, and fees