Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001433

ISU Solicits Wide Range of Plant Materials for Campus Landscaping

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is seeking qualified suppliers to provide a wide variety of plant materials for campus landscaping projects in Ames, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) Procurement Services - Contact: Alec Johnson - Products Requested: - Over 50 line items of trees, shrubs, perennials, and vines - Examples include: - Acer saccharum subsp. nigrum 'Fall Red' (2 units) - Amelanchier x Grandiflora (6 units) - Catalpa speciosa (11 units) - Gymnocladus dioicus 'Espresso' or similar (16 units) - Hydrangea paniculata 'Quickfire' or similar (18 units) - Hemerocallis (Daylily) (195 units) - Hostas (multiple varieties, over 120 units combined) - Many other species and cultivars, with specified sizes and container types - No specific OEMs or brands are required; open to all qualified nursery suppliers - Notable Requirements: - All plant materials must meet the American Standard for Nursery Stock (ANSI Z60.1) - Plants must be nursery-grown in climatic zones similar to Ames, Iowa - Strict delivery protocols: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with 48-hour advance notice - Delivery location: 1915 Scholl Road, Ames, Iowa 50011 - Substitutions allowed only with written approval from ISU's Campus Landscape Architect - Pricing must be 'landed' (all costs to delivery point included) - Suppliers must maintain plant quality until delivery and may be required to provide references for similar municipal or collegiate deliveries - Award will be made by line item; suppliers must hold quoted materials during the review period

Description

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting quotes from qualified contractors to provide plant materials including trees, shrubs, perennials, and vines for various areas on the ISU campus. Delivery must occur between May 18, 2025, and June 19, 2026, with specific delivery hours and advance notice requirements. The solicitation includes detailed specifications, purchasing guidelines, and terms and conditions that contractors must review and comply with. The award will be made by line item, and suppliers must provide landed unit costs including all associated expenses for delivery to Ames, Iowa.

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