James Madison University #DKM-1212

Special Event Floral & Plant Decor Contract Award and Renewals for James Madison University

James Madison University (JMU) has awarded and renewed a multi-year contract for special event floral and plant decor services, primarily to Campbell Company Botanical Services, Inc. - Government Buyer: - James Madison University, Procurement Services (Commonwealth of Virginia) - OEMs and Vendors: - Campbell Company Botanical Services, Inc. (awarded vendor) - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of live plants for rental and purchase, including Anthurium, Croton, Dieffenbachia, Dracena (Janet Craig, Marginata, Massangeana, Lisa Cane), Ferns (Birdnest, Boston), Ficus (Alii, Eugenia 3-Ball, Benjamina, Spire), Palms (Bamboo, Kentia, Neanthe Bella, Raphis, Majesty), Sanserveria (Snake Plant), Schefflera (Amate, Arboricola Bush, Arboricola Tree), Spathiphyllum (Peace Lily), Boxwood (Cones, Globes, Spirals), Emerald Green Arborvitae, Juniper Evergreen Spirals, and various blooming plants (Mums, Bromeliads, Orchids, Pansies, Cyclamen, Azalea, Geranium, Hydrangea, Boston Fern, Poinsettia, Impatiens, Petunia) - Special event labor for setup and breakdown ($35 per person per hour) - Delivery and travel fees by geographic zone ($175-$250 per delivery) - Loss/damage replacement fees at purchase cost - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contract covers both short-term rentals and outright purchases for a variety of university events (commencements, galas, athletic functions, etc.) - Onsite consultation, timely delivery, setup, takedown, and pick-up required - Wide selection of plant sizes and types, with detailed pricing schedules - Emphasis on participation by small, women-owned, and minority businesses - No credit card fees, capped fuel surcharges, and no consultation fees - Price adjustments for renewals tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) - Invoices must be submitted within 60 days of contract expiration or renewal

Description

This solicitation is for a contract to provide short-term plant rentals and flower rentals/purchases for James Madison University (JMU), an agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The contract is initially for one year with an option to renew for four additional one-year periods. The services include furnishing floral and plant decor for special events held both inside and outdoors at JMU. The contract involves collaboration with floral vendors to select plants and containers based on availability and event themes.

View original listing