Texas DIR/ESBD #802-27-77954-R

TPWD Blanket Contract for Native Prairie Seed Species

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking bids for a blanket contract to supply a wide range of native prairie seed species for restoration and conservation projects. - Government Buyer: - Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), Purchasing and Contracting Office - Products Requested: - Over 30 native prairie seed species, including grasses and forbs - Examples include: - Bluestem Big, Earl (Andropogon gerardii): 120 lbs - Bluestem Sand, 'Chet' (Andropogon hallii): 15 lbs - Bluestem Little, OK Select (Schizachyrium scoparium): 150 lbs - Side Oats Grama, 'Haskell': 200 lbs - Switchgrass, Blackwell: 80 lbs - Indian Grass, Cheyenne Yellow: 120 lbs - Maximillian Sunflower, Aztec: 50 lbs - Illinois Bundleflower, Sabine: 50 lbs - Butterfly Milkweed, ascelpias tuberosa: 1 lb - Detailed list includes part names, scientific names, and specific blend or cultivar requirements - Quantities: - Range from 1 to 200 pounds per species - Delivery Requirements: - FOB destination to TPWD Tyler Regional Office or other locations as requested - Shipping must be included in pricing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bidders must comply with Texas procurement rules - Blanket contract with orders placed as needed; no guaranteed minimum or maximum per species - Price escalation allowed upon renewal based on Producer Price Index (PPI) - Native seed blends and cultivars must match specified regional genetics - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named; seeds must be sourced from recognized native seed producers - Vendors must be able to supply the listed species and blends - Contract Value: - Estimated at approximately $49,000 - Period of Performance: - Initial term of 12 months with possible 12-month extension

Description

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking bids to establish a blanket contract for the purchase of native prairie seed species according to specifications dated August 2026. Orders will be placed on an as-needed basis. The solicitation includes various native prairie seed species with no guaranteed minimum or maximum quantities per species. The contract requires dual CTCD/CTCM certification. The response deadline is September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.

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