Sourcing and/or Growing of Trees for the Great Park

The City of Irvine is seeking proposals from qualified nurseries, growers, and professional teams to source and/or cultivate high-quality trees for the development of the next phase of the Great Park, with work scheduled to begin around December 15, 2025, and conclude by December 14, 2027. The contract may be extended up to four additional one-year periods following the initial term. The scope of work, detailed in Attachment I, involves providing trees that meet specific species, size, and quality standards outlined in the approved planting lists, including compliance with ANSI Z60.2 standards. Due to the scale and specialized nature of the project, some trees may need to be grown under contract rather than sourced from existing nursery stock. The project encompasses multiple sites, such as the Cultural Terrace, Perimeter Park, Bosque, and Loop Road Landscape, with planting activities anticipated to start in summer 2026, aligned with the construction schedule. The procurement aims to ensure the availability of suitable trees that adhere to detailed specifications, including caliper size and nursery stock characteristics. The contract size is estimated between five and fifteen million dollars, reflecting the project's extensive scope. Interested parties are encouraged to respond by October 16, 2025, with further details available through the City’s procurement portal. The project is part of Irvine’s broader development efforts guided by the Great Park Framework Plan, emphasizing the creation of new amenities, cultural attractions, and passive recreation spaces to enhance the community’s landscape and recreational offerings. The primary contact for this solicitation is Stacey Chou, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden].