Summary

This is a Scope of Work document for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Target Market Comprehensive Landscaping Services contract. The project encompasses landscape maintenance and beautification services for designated target market areas within Illinois. The scope includes regular turf maintenance, vegetation management, seasonal plantings, hardscape maintenance, and general grounds keeping across multiple sites. The contract requires comprehensive service delivery with specific performance standards and quality requirements outlined for all landscaping activities. The document establishes the framework for service delivery expectations, site-specific requirements, and performance metrics that bidders must meet. The contract term includes an initial period with provisions for potential renewal options to be determined by IDOT based on contractor performance and departmental needs.

The contract is structured to support IDOT's target market development initiatives through enhanced landscape maintenance that improves the aesthetic appeal and maintenance standards of designated areas. Pricing will be determined through a competitive bidding process with evaluation based on qualifications, experience, and proposed costs. The contract may include set-asides for minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) as part of Illinois' procurement objectives. Funding for the contract will be provided through IDOT's operating budget and may include federal highway funds where applicable. Specific pricing terms, including unit costs and total contract value, will be established during the procurement process based on the scope requirements and bidder submissions.