Des Moines Ionwave #W26-340 Addendum 1

City of Des Moines Solicitation for Flower Bulb Supply and Delivery

The City of Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking quotations from qualified vendors for the supply and delivery of a wide range of flower bulbs to multiple city locations for public landscaping projects. - Government Buyer: - City of Des Moines, Finance Department - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named; the solicitation is open to all qualified suppliers capable of providing the specified flower bulb varieties. - Products/Services Requested: - Large quantities of specific flower bulb varieties, including: - Tulipa 'Mondriaan' Mix: 58,500 bulbs - Hyacinths 'Rainbow' Mix (size 16/17): 1,000 bulbs - Crocus 'Blue Moon' Mix: 200 bulbs - Narcissus large flower mix: 400 bulbs - Allium 'Globemaster': 550 bulbs (across multiple parks) - Fritillaria imperalis 'Lutea Mixima': 25 bulbs - Narcissus 'Tahiti', 'Tete a Tete', 'Bridal Crown', 'British Gamble', 'Cum Laude', 'Pink Charm', 'Accent', 'Fortissimo', 'Replete': various quantities - Tulipa 'Flag' Mix and 'Tom Pouce', 'Lilac Wonder' (Bakeri): various quantities - Crocus large flowering mix, 'Sativus' (Saffron), 'Orange Monarch': various quantities - Frittillaria rubra: 200 bulbs - Leucojum aestivum 'Gravetye Giant': 500 bulbs - All bulbs must be the exact varieties and sizes specified in the solicitation documents. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must deliver bulbs to multiple city locations, including parks and cemeteries, during specified weeks in October and November. - Substitution of varieties is not permitted; 'no bid' is allowed for unavailable items. - Proof of insurance and compliance with safety and regulatory standards are required. - Responses must be submitted via the City's electronic bidding system. - The contract is for one year, with up to five one-year extension options at the City's discretion.

Description

The City of Des Moines is soliciting quotes from qualified companies for the purchase and delivery of flower bulbs to two locations. The procurement is conducted through a Request for Quotation process with responses accepted only via an electronic bidding system by the specified deadline. The contract term is initially one year starting June 17, 2026, with the possibility of five one-year extensions at the City's discretion. The solicitation includes specific varieties of flower bulbs required, with provisions for no bids on varieties a company cannot supply.

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