Central Office Lawncare Services

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection IDV DOT05725-1 provides comprehensive landscaping and facilities maintenance services for three ODOT facilities in Columbus, Ohio. The contract covers lawn care services including pre-season and end-of-season cleanup, edging, mulch installation, pest control, weeding, turf management, mowing, and plantings management across approximately 25.5 acres. Specific services encompass detailed maintenance requirements for the Central Office Headquarters, West Broad Complex, and Aviation Facility, with vendors responsible for providing all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to perform contracted services.

Elite Facilities Management, LLC was awarded this competitive selection contract by ODOT, with a performance period from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026, and an optional one-year renewal potential. The contract is a competitive selection type covering the state of Ohio, with a total annual contract value of approximately $89,700. The contract includes hourly rates for landscape personnel ranging from $55-$65 per hour and allows for a material markup not exceeding 15%. The solicitation (Bid Document 057-25) was structured to award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with specific emphasis on comprehensive landscaping and facilities maintenance services.