Turf Care Products

The City of Cedar Rapids has issued a Notice of Request for Bid seeking sealed electronic submissions by January 24, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. CST for the procurement of turf care products primarily designated for the Golf Division of the Parks & Recreation Department. Bidders must submit their responses exclusively through the City’s Online E-Procurement portal, IonWave, with the City explicitly disclaiming responsibility for delays or errors in submission. The process involves a bid opening at the specified deadline, after which evaluations will be conducted promptly, and bid tabulation summaries will be distributed to all participating vendors. Bids can be withdrawn prior to the closing time but cannot be modified or withdrawn for sixty days post-submission, ensuring a fair and transparent procurement process. The contract is governed by standard terms and conditions that emphasize compliance with federal and local regulations, including ADA standards, bid submission protocols, conflict of interest policies, and delivery timelines. The overarching framework ensures legal and procedural consistency for vendors engaging with the City of Cedar Rapids. The procurement process is part of a broader context that includes various other solicitations, such as recycling processing services, construction projects, equipment bids, and cooperative purchasing agreements, reflecting the City’s comprehensive approach to procurement across multiple departments and service areas. The primary point of contact for this bid is Rebecca Johnson, whose contact details are provided for any inquiries related to the solicitation.