TOWN OF TRUMBULL, CONNECTICUT
TASHUA KNOLLS GOLF COURSE
REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS
ON CALL SERVICES FOR
ADDITIONAL FERTILIZER, GRASS SEED, INSECTICIDES, FUNGICIDES, ETC.
BID NUMBER 6561
DUE: February 19, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The Town of Trumbull, Connecticut (hereinafter referred to as Town), through the Office of the Purchasing Agent, will accept sealed bids for
FERTILIZER, GRASS SEED, INSECTICIDES, FUNGICIDES, ETC for use by the TASHUA KNOLLS GOLF COURSE and other Town departments
on an “as needed” basis as detailed in the attached requirements. The Town solicits proposals from licensed and qualified full-service Vendors /
Authorized professional service for the products/Items listed above to provide “ON-CALL” purchases on an as needed basis. The Town intends to
utilize the Authorized professional service when products are needed by the Town. All items/ products for the Town and Tashua Knolls Golf Course
shall be under the direction of Assistant superintendent of Golf Course Properties.
It is requested that proposals conform to this request as closely as possible. The Purchasing Agent may accept proposals which take exception to
any requirements in this RFQ. Any exceptions or alternative proposal shall be clearly delineated in a separate attachment to the proposal submitted.
1.PREPARATION OF PROPOSALS/ QUOTATIONS
a) Bids shall be submitted by using the enclosed BID PROPOSAL FORM that accompanies this request. Submit one (1)
ORIGINAL and Two (2) EXACT COPIES. Bidders should submit bids in a clear, concise and legible manner to permit
proper evaluation of responsive bids.
b) Bidders may submit, under separate cover with their proposal, any samples of reports and documents that are necessary
to meet the requirements (deliverables) of this request should a purchase order be awarded
2.BID SUBMISSION
Bids are to be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed as follows:
Bid RFQ 6561
Due: February 19, 2026 @ 2PM
Purchasing Agent: Kevin J Bova
Town of Trumbull
5866 Main Street
Trumbull, CT 06611
Please be advised that the person signing the formal proposal must be authorized by your organization to contractually bind
your firm with regard to prices and related contractual obligations for the delivery period requested.
3.BID TIME
a) Bids shall be received at the office of the Purchasing Agent, Town Hall, prior to the advertised hour of opening, at which
time all proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud.
b) A bidder may withdraw a proposal at any time prior to the above scheduled date and time. Any bid received after the
above scheduled date and time shall not be considered or opened.
4.TOWN OPTIONS
The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any requirements, irregularities, technical defects or service
therein when it is deemed to be in the best interest of the Town. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to
waive any requirements, irregularities, technical defects or service therein when it is deemed to be in the best interest of the Town.
The Town will award for 2 years (July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028) and have an option if mutually agreed upon for one (1) additional
year (July 1, 2028, to June 30, 2029).
5. TAXES
All purchases made by the Town and associated with the award of this requirement shall be tax exempt. Any taxes must not
be included in bid prices. A Town Tax Exemption Certificate shall be furnished upon request.
Town of Trumbull
Bid 6561 ON CALL Services Fertilizer, Seed, Pesticides
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6.INQUIRIES & ADDENDUMS
All inquiries of a technical nature may be directed to Joe Imperio, Tashua Knolls Golf at (203-654-5435) or
jimperio@trumbull-ct.gov by the close of business on February 11, 2026. All other questions may be directed to the Kevin
J Bova, Purchasing Agent (203-452-5042) kbova@trumbull-ct.gov The Town reserves the right to communicate with any or
all of the bidders to clarify the provisions of Proposals. The Town further reserves the right to request additional information
from any bidder at any time after proposals are opened.
It is the sole responsibility of the responding firm to verify any addenda that may have been issued relating to
this request prior to final submission of a proposal. Any notice of addendum shall be published on the Town
website – www.trumbull-ct.gov Purchasing Department “Bid opportunities”. Failure to submit a proposal that
does not address changes or addenda may result in disqualification of a proposal.
7. PRICING
1. All prices quoted are to be firm for a period of approximately years (2) years following bid opening and period of an
agreement with the successful bidder. Special Consideration will be given to responses with extended firm price
dates. The Town is always interested in any and all cost reduction opportunities.
2. All prices will not go into effect until 07/01/2026.
8.ASSIGNMENT OF RIGHTS, TITLES, AND INTERESTS
Any assignment or subcontracting by a bidder, vendor, or contractor for work to be performed, or goods and/or services to be
provided, in whole or in part, and any other interest in conjunction with a Town procurement shall not be permitted without the
express written consent of the Town of Trumbull.
9.HOLD HARMLESS CLAUSE
Bidder agrees to indemnify, hold harmless and defend the Town from and against any and all liability for loss, damage or
expense which the Town may suffer or for which the Town may be held liable by reason of injury, including death, to any
person or damage to any property arising out of or in any manner connected with the operations to be performed under an
agreement with the Town, whether or not due in whole or in part of any act, omission or negligence of the Town or any of his
representatives or employees.
10. WORK REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
All work activities performed in association with this request must be performed and completed for the Town in accordance
with current Federal State and Local regulations. All services performed shall also conform to the latest OSHA standards
and/or regulations.
No purchase shall be made from nor shall services (other than services as an officer, agent, or employee of the Town) be
secured from any officer or employee of the Town, or from any partnership or corporation in which such officer or employee is
a partner or officer, or holds a substantial interest, unless such relationship and the fact that such purchase is contemplated
shall be made known in writing to the agency making such purchase, and notice thereof posted, for at least five (5) days
before such purchase be made , in the office of the agency making such purchase and in a public place in the Trumbull Town
Hall.
11. Conflict of Interest
Public officials shall be prohibited from receiving any town work procured through a Public Bid or bid waived process so as to avoid any
Appearance of Impropriety or Conflict of interest; and public officials cannot circumvent the Intent of this Ordinance by receiving town
Work through a bid waiver, as proscribed by the Trumbull Town Charter.
12. AWARD AND AUTHORITY
The purchasing authority of the Town shall issue notification of award in writing. The Town will award is for 2 years
(July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028) and have an option if mutually agreed upon for one (1) additional year (July 1, 2028, to
June 30, 2029).
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Bid 6561 ON CALL Services Fertilizer, Seed, Pesticides
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13. AWARD AND PRICING
1. Individual products and services shall be awarded to the successful respondents to this request on an as needed basis for specific needs
and applications designated by the Town. The town may choose all or most respondents to this Bid, the town will pick the best price and
products at the time of need from the lowest respondents to that product or service application. If the original product that is specified in the
proposal is not available and there are substitutions available, it will need to be approved by the town Department heads. The Town
reserves the right to request firm price quotations for individual products or services from the successful respondent or from any other
vendor if the dollar limits exceed certain Town Charter provisions as related to sealed bid proposals.
2. All pricing quoted shall remain firm fixed for a period of Two (2) years from date of contract. Special consideration will be given to
responses with extended firm price dates.
3. The duration of the letter of Awards shall be for approximately Two (2) years and may be renewed for one additional year at the price
stated in the Proposal Form by giving the Vendors/suppliers at least thirty (30) days written notice and upon mutual consent of both parties.
Notwithstanding the foregoing the Town may cancel the contract at any time.
4. Pricing will go into effect July 1, 2026.
If your proposal does not meet or better the required specifications on all points that must be outlined in a letter, otherwise it will be presumed that a
proposal is in accordance with the required specifications per each item in the proposal. Any substitutions to the specifications (for all but especially
for chemicals and fertilizers) requested are clearly and completely noted. Any alternate products are presented in a similar format to those
requested and are attached herein. It is understood that the Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or waive any formalities in this
request. It is understood that the Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and or any substitutions. Town reserves the right to
communicate with any or all of the bidders to clarify the provisions of Proposals. The Town reserves the right to request additional information from
any bidder at any time after proposals are opened.
Proposers may also submit, under separate cover with their proposal, any samples or substitutions of reports and documents that are necessary to
meet the requirements (deliverables) of this request should a purchase request be required.
14. DELIVERY
a.Special consideration may be given to bidders that can expedite lead time to any item listed.
ALL INVOICES TO BE SENT TO TKGC ATT: Joe Imperio – Tashua Knolls Golf Course.
40 Tashua Knolls Ln Trumbull CT 06611
Town of Trumbull
Bid 6561 ON CALL Services Fertilizer, Seed, Pesticides
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TOWN OF TRUMBULL, CONNECTICUT
TASHUA KNOLLS GOLF COURSE
REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS
ON CALL SERVICES FOR
ADDITIONAL FERTILIZER, GRASS SEED, INSECTICIDES, FUNGICIDES, ETC.
BID NUMBER 6561
DUE: February 19, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
PROPOSAL (To be submitted with proposal)
ADDENDA
The following Addenda have been received. The modifications to the Bid Documents noted therein have been considered and all costs
thereto are included in the Base Bid.
Addenda #
_________, ___________, __________, ___________, ____________
The undersigned hereby submits proposal(s) listed on the following items listed on Pages 5-8 of this request and certifies that the
following proposal meets all the specifications and conditions requested herein. Any substitutions to the specifications
requested are clearly and completely noted. Any alternate proposals are presented in a similar format to those requested and
are attached herein. It is understood that the Town reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. If you cannot supply a quote,
please put NA.
All proposed pricing shall remain be firm fixed for a period of _____________________
Proposal of:
(COMPANY NAME)
Town of Trumbull
Bid 6561 ON CALL Services Fertilizer, Seed, Pesticides
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TOWN OF TRUMBULL, CONNECTICUT
TASHUA KNOLLS GOLF COURSE
REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS
ON CALL SERVICES FOR
ADDITIONAL FERTILIZER, GRASS SEED, INSECTICIDES, FUNGICIDES, ETC.
BID NUMBER 6561
DUE: February 19, 2026 @ 2:00 PM
BID PROPOSAL FORM
USE additional pages if necessary for any other items or substitutes
Description
Fungicides
Encartis
Honor
Insignia SC
Lexicon
Maxtima
Navicon
Xzemplar
Banol
Signature Xtra
Densicor
Exteris
Interface
Mirage
Tartan
Fame SC
Serata
Affirm
Traction
Segway
Banner Maxx
Briskway
Daconil Action
Headway
Heritage TL
Instrata
Medallion
Secure Action
Subdue Maxx
Velista
QP Enclave
QP Strobe 2L
Unit Size
2.5 gallon
3 x 6#
2.5 gallon
4 x 21 oz.
2.5 gallon
2.5 gallon
2 x 114 oz.
2.5 gallon
44#
51oz.
2.5 gallon
2.5 gallon
2.5 gallon
2.5 gallon
2.5 gallon
35 oz.
7.2#
5 gallon
39.2 oz.
1 gallon
1 gallon
2.5 gallon
1 gallon
1 gallon
2.5 gallon
1 gallon
2.5 gallon
1 gallon
22 oz.
2.5 gallon
1 gallon
Price/Unit
This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.