DNR Vallonia State Tree Nursery Long Fiber Sphagnu
Federal opportunity from Natural Resources. Place of performance: IN. Response deadline: Mar 06, 2026.
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Description
Sphagnum Moss to meet the following specifications: (Sphagnum Moss refers to Sphagnum Long Fiber Moss, Coarse texture for packaging trees). Quantity requested is 38,500 Cubic Feet per year for a total of 154,000 Cubic Feet for contract term. Moss is to be delivered in bulk, wet but drained sufficiently so that no water is leaking from the trailer upon delivery. Moss to be fresh and from the current harvest year. Moss to be clean and free of foreign materials. Maximum amount of allowable transport shrinkage per load not to exceed 15% of the trailer height.
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The Natural Resources agency is seeking suppliers for Sphagnum Long Fiber Moss with a total contract quantity of 154,000 Cubic Feet over four years. The moss must be clean, fresh from the current harvest year, and delivered in bulk properly drained. This opportunity is crucial for tree packaging at the Vallonia State Tree Nursery and has a response deadline of March 6, 2026.
The buyer aims to procure a consistent supply of high-quality Sphagnum Long Fiber Moss to meet the needs of the Vallonia State Tree Nursery for tree packaging.
- Review delivery specifications including wetness and cleanliness of moss
- Calculate transportation methods to minimize shrinkage
- Prepare a quality assurance plan to meet harvesting and delivery standards
- Create documentation for response to solicitation
- Establish a timeline for delivery and performance monitoring
- Letter of intent
- Detailed pricing information for bulk delivery
- Quality control measures documentation
- Transport logistics plan to meet shrinkage guidelines
- References from past contracts involving similar products
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