TREES FOR PLANTING

The City of Pasadena Public Works Street Maintenance Division is soliciting bids under solicitation number 2026-IFB-MS-0577 for the purchase of up to 600 trees, specifically 24-inch box container trees, for the planting season spanning October through May. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the lowest Grand Total Price. The initial term of the agreement is three years from the date of execution, with no optional extension periods. Deliveries must be made to the City's staging yard at 201 West Mountain Street or other designated areas within five business days of an order, with delivery hours restricted to Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the City of Pasadena's eProcurement Portal by 3:00 P.M. on November 23, 2026. Requirements for a responsive bid include the submission of a 12-character alphanumeric Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov, a City of Pasadena Business License, and certifications from the California Department of Industrial Relations and the Department of General Services. The project is subject to FEMA-funded project terms and conditions, and contractors must comply with ADA Title II, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and California Building Code regulations. Quality assurance is managed by the City Contractor Supervisor, who will inspect plant material upon delivery for health, root defects, and adherence to specifications before final acceptance. Payment is contingent upon the submission of a W-9 form and proper invoicing that includes the Purchase Order number and specific department details.