Supply and Storage of Various Annuals for Citywide Use for a Three (3) Year Period

The City of Brampton is soliciting bids for the supply and storage of various annuals for citywide use over a three year period under solicitation number T2026-188. The successful contractor is responsible for maintaining all plant material in good condition, ensuring plants are hardened off for at least one week prior to delivery, and accurately labeling all containers by type and variety. Deliveries must be made FOB destination, freight prepaid, to 175 Sandalwood Parkway West between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Plant materials are subject to annual inspection by City staff between March 1st and May 15th. Bidders must have a minimum of five years of experience in greenhouse operations and submit their proposals electronically via the City's bidding portal by October 27, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. The contract will be awarded to the bidder deemed most advantageous to the interests of the City. Requirements for the successful vendor include maintaining auto liability insurance of at least 5 million dollars per occurrence, providing a valid WSIB Clearance Certificate, and adhering to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Fair Wage Policy. Payments will be issued in Canadian currency via electronic payment within 30 days of receiving an approved invoice.