26CRDFRBCLULL-0021G - Nursery Quality Trees

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to purchase plant material to be distributed at residential tree events for the purpose of promoting energy efficient landscaping and community reforestation during the spring 2026 planting season. The DNR intends to create an Agency Specific Contract to purchase these goods on an as-needed basis, with an initial term of up to 12 months and the option to extend for up to six total years. Multiple vendors will be chosen based on cost and availability of all species listed in Attachment A. • The DNR is seeking to purchase deciduous shade trees, low-growing edible landscape and ornamental deciduous trees, and conifers/evergreens. • Species and specifications are detailed in Attachment A. • Cost proposals for each species will be submitted via Attachment A. • The DNR reserves the right to reject any or all quotes, in whole or in part, to advertise for new quotes, to abandon the need for such, and to cancel this Informal Competitive Solicitation at any time prior to the execution of a written contract.