Native Plant Materials Supply

The contract is for the supply of native grasses, forbs, sedges, and specialized seed mixes adapted to high-elevation meadow ecosystems in the Sierra Nevada region, intended for habitat restoration projects. The plants and seed materials must be ecologically suited to the unique soil, climate, and hydrological conditions of these sensitive alpine environments to ensure successful establishment and long-term ecosystem resilience. All materials must be propagated from locally adapted genetic sources to preserve biodiversity and ecological integrity, with strict specifications on species composition, germination rates, purity, and viability. This is a subcontract issued under NAICS code 111930, which classifies it as other crop farming, indicating the procurement is for the production and harvest of native plant materials rather than general nursery services. The awarding entity is the Regional Water Quality Control Board, Region 5 - Sacramento, part of the State of California, with the work tied to broader water quality and watershed restoration initiatives. The contract was posted on August 7, 2026, and performance will occur across designated restoration sites within the Sierra Nevada, though exact locations are not specified. The procurement supports state efforts to restore degraded meadows, enhance water filtration, mitigate erosion, and improve habitat connectivity for native fauna.