Collier County Sod & Services Invitation to Bid ITB No. 26-8696
Collier CountyCounty · Collier County, FL- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Lisa Farnsworth
- (239) 252-8987
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Collier County is seeking licensed contractors to supply, deliver, and install premium sod varieties—such as Bahia grass, Bermudagrass, and St. Augustine grass—throughout Collier County right-of-ways (ROW), medians, parks, athletic fields, and County-owned facilities and leased buildings. The solicitation covers multiple ordering options, including County pickup, delivery, and full-service installation categorized by project size, along with related services such as sod bed preparation, grading, herbicide application, staking/pinning on slopes, and hydroseeding. Bidders must adhere to Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans, coordinate utilities via Sunshine 811, and meet E-Verify and background check requirements. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 15, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder representing the best value to the County, with historical expenditures approximately $1,275,000.
Lowest Unit Price Per Category
SUMMARY
Collier County is seeking licensed contractors to supply, deliver, and install premium sod varieties—such as Bahia grass, Bermudagrass, and St.
Augustine grass—throughout Collier County right-of-ways (ROW), medians, parks, athletic fields, and County-owned facilities and leased buildings. The solicitation covers multiple ordering options, including County pickup, delivery, and full-service installation categorized by project size, along with related services such as sod bed preparation, grading, herbicide application, staking/pinning on slopes, and hydroseeding. Bidders must adhere to Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans, coordinate utilities via Sunshine 811, and meet E-Verify and background check requirements. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 15, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder representing the best value to the County, with historical expenditures approximately $1,275,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Unit Price Per Category
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Form 1: Vendor Declaration Statement
- Form 2: Conflict of Interest Certification
- Form 3: Immigration Certification
- Form 4: Local Vendor Preference Certification
- Form 5: Reference Questionnaire
- Vendor W-9 Form
- Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) or Temporary Traffic Control Certificate
- Bid Bond
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/collier-county-fl
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Naples, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Collier County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/collier-county-fl. For questions, contact Lisa Farnsworth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Collier County in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Lisa Farnsworth at (239) 252-8987. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Unit Price Per Category" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Collier County?
All active and historical solicitations from Collier County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Collier County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Form 1: Vendor Declaration Statement, Form 2: Conflict of Interest Certification, Form 3: Immigration Certification, Form 4: Local Vendor Preference Certification, Form 5: Reference Questionnaire, Ven. Review the full document from Collier County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Naples, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.