RFP Contract Gardener to assist the Garden Coordinator

The Quinault Indian Nation is soliciting proposals for a Contract Gardener to support the Garden Coordinator at the Taholah gardens from November 2, 2026, through September 29, 2027. The selected contractor will be responsible for the cultivation, maintenance, planting, harvesting, and distribution of fresh produce, with a workload of up to 32 hours per week including flexible hours and some weekends. Key duties include performing heavy physical labor in various weather conditions, providing hands-on gardening education to the community through workshops, and assisting with produce handouts and kitchen cleanup. Mandatory requirements for the contractor include a Washington State Food Worker card and general liability insurance. Proposals will be evaluated on a point system based on project understanding and work plan (35 points), qualifications and experience (30 points), the bid for services (30 points), and past performance (15 points). Preference is given to qualified Indian-owned firms per the Nation's Indian Preference Policy, which requires certification from the Tribal Employment Rights Office. Applicants must submit their proposals by 4:30 p.m. on October 20, 2026, via email to bids@quinault.org. Successful bidders must provide a Form W-9 within 10 days of signing and obtain a QIN business license.