2026-27 Annual Grass Seed

The City of Palm Desert, a charter city in eastern Riverside County, California, with a population of approximately 50,000 full-time and 32,000 seasonal residents, is seeking bids for the 2026-27 Annual Grass Seed contract under solicitation number 2026-IFB-044. Posted on July 7, 2026, the response deadline is July 22, 2026, and the contract is managed by the City’s Operations & Maintenance department under its council-manager form of government. Palm Desert, recognized as the regional hub for education and retail in the Coachella Valley, aims to maintain its landscaped public spaces with high-quality grass seed tailored to the low desert climate. The contract is open to qualified vendors with no set-aside classification specified, and performance will occur within the City’s jurisdiction. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Maria Murillo, Management Analyst, reachable at 760-574-7781 or mmurillo@palmdesert.gov, with Celina Cabrera, Senior Management Analyst, as the secondary contact at 760-776-6449 or ccabrera@palmdesert.gov. All submissions must be directed through the City’s online procurement portal, and responses are expected to meet the City’s standards for durability, water efficiency, and environmental compatibility in the arid Southern California desert environment. Vendors are encouraged to review all requirements carefully, as specifications may include seeding schedules, delivery timelines, and quality certifications relevant to municipal landscaping operations.