GRASS SEEDS (REBID)

The Florida Department of Transportation is soliciting competitive sealed bids under solicitation number DOT-ITB-27-9022-CA for a two-year contract to procure various grass seeds, including Bahia, Brown Top Millet, Bermuda, and Rye. The anticipated annual spend is approximately 120,000 dollars. All seeds must be delivered in standard 50-pound bags to various FDOT warehouses across Florida, and each shipment must be accompanied by an independent laboratory seed analysis for every species and lot number. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST and must be submitted in PDF format via email to the Central Procurement Office. To be eligible, bidders must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketplace system and hold a current Seed Dealer License issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services pursuant to Chapter 578. Required documentation includes an In-State Preference Form, Drug-Free Workplace Program Certification, E-Verify Form, and Vendor Certification Regarding Scrutinized Companies Lists. A 5 percent price preference is available for responsible vendors whose principal place of business is in Florida, except for projects using federal funds. The contract requires compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and various Florida Statutes, including section 20.055(5). Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets all technical specifications, as alternate brands will not be considered.