Landscaping_US_Hwy_98_right_of_way_Mack_Bayou_Rd_to_County_Hwy_30_A_W._(Addendum_#1_Revision).pdf

PDF 166 KB Posted

Attached to
Landscaping US Hwy 98 right of way Mack Bayou Rd to County Hwy 30 A W.
Solicitation number
ITQ 24-024
Issued by
Walton County, Florida

About this file

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) #ITQ 24-024 issued by Walton County, Florida, seeking landscape maintenance services for the US Highway 98 right of way between Mack Bayou Road and County Highway 30A West. The county is requesting quotes for landscape services to maintain the existing landscaping within the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) right of way on an annual basis, with services needed from the last week of June through October 2025. The quote release date is June 2, 2025, with responses due by June 16, 2025, at 3:00 pm. The scope of work includes twice-monthly mowing/cutting on a 15-day cycle, comprehensive trash and debris removal, and maintenance of all grass areas, ditches, berms, and retention areas.

The RFQ requires electronic bid submissions through OpenGov Procurement, with bidders needing to create a free account to participate. Contractors must comply with FDOT landscape maintenance standards and provide specific documentation upon award, including liability insurance naming Walton County and proof of Workers' Compensation Coverage. The maintenance requirements emphasize safety, environmental protection, and proper waste disposal, with specifications for equipment usage, including low-emission or electric-powered handheld tools. Bidders are required to submit two references from similar previous work and indicate their company's prior business history with Walton County.

View the file

Other files

On GovTribe

Work with this file

  • Download the original file
  • Contacts named in this file
  • Similar government files
  • Ask GovTribe AI about this file

Text version

For more information, please visit our online supplier portal, located at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/waltoncountyfl

Walton County

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

ITQ 24-024

LANDSCAPING US HWY 98 RIGHT OF WAY MACK BAYOU RD TO COUNTY

HWY 30 A W.

RELEASE DATE: June 2, 2025

RESPONSE DEADLINE: June 16, 2025, 3:00 pm

Please refer to the project timeline in this document for all important deadlines.

Request For Quotation #ITQ 24-024 Title: Landscaping US Hwy 98 right of way Mack Bayou Rd to County Hwy 30 A W.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. Project Details

3. Vendor Questionnaire

4. Attachments

Attachments:

A - US_Hwy_98_Landscape_Maintenance_-_Zone_5_-_Mack_Bayou_Rd_to_Co._Hwy_30A_W._MAP

1. Introduction

1.1 Summary

Walton County is requesting quotes for landscape services to maintain, in good condition, the existing landscaping within the FDOT right of US Hwy 98 from the right of way of Mack Bayou Rd to County Hwy 30 A

W. on an annual basis. The services will be needed from the last week of June through October 2025.

1.2 Timeline

Quote Release Date: June 2, 2025

Quote Requested Due Date: June 16, 2025, 3:00pm

1.3 Procurement Contact

Jordan Lee

Procurement Analyst

176 Montgomery circle

DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL 32435

Email: leejordan@co.walton.fl.us

Phone: (850) 892-8176 Ext: 1214

2. Project Details

Walton County Purchase Order Terms and Conditions Link:

https://www.co.walton.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/41270/Purchase-Order-Terms-and- Conditions?bidId=

2.1 Important Instructions for Electronic Submittals

The Walton County is accepting electronic bid submissions. Bidders shall create a FREE account with OpenGov

Procurement by signing up at https://procurement.opengov.com/signup. Once you have completed account registration, browse back to this page, click on "Draft Response", and follow the instructions to submit the electronic bid.

2.2 Quote Request Details (Scope of work):

Minimum maintenance activity of these areas is identified in the attached Landscape Plans, page 23 section 3-

14. In addition, to meeting the minimum maintenance activities, meet any other FDOT standards and specifications, as well as stipulations as may be outlined in the FDOT Landscape Care Guide book.

By adhering to this scope of work, we aim to maintain the lawn areas along US Hwy 98 effectively, ensuring a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing environment for the community.

THE FOLLOWING LISTS MINIMUM MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTINUING LONG-TERM

HEALTH AND VIABILITY AND ATTRACTIVENESS OF THE PROJECT.

2.3 Work Schedule

o All work shall be performed during daylight hours, Monday through Sunday.

2.4 Definitions

o Road Right of Way (ROW): The area on both sides of US Hwy 98 between the roadway and the

Right of Way markers.

o Median: The area between the east and westbound lanes of the highway.

o Urban Highway: Sections with curb and gutter/sidewalks, pedestrian/vehicle guardrails, and high commercial density.

o Rural Highway: Sections without curb and gutter/sidewalks, fewer commercial properties, but may include some of these components.

o Enhanced Median: Areas between lanes with defined bedding, ornamental plants, ribbon curb beds, and irrigation systems.

2.5 Trash/Litter/Debris Removal

https://procurement.opengov.com/signup o Remove and dispose of all trash, litter, and debris offsite before all mowing, edging, and landscape maintenance.

2.6 Mowing/Edging

o Twice a month mowing/cutting required.

o Mow/cut/edge all grass areas on a 15-day cycle including ROW.

o Mowing efforts must be completed within the first five days of each cycle.

o Mow/cut all ditches, berms, and retention areas within the 15-day cycle, regardless of wet or dry conditions.

2.7 Hazard/ Safety Reporting

o Comply with all safety regulations and provide protection for the environment.

o Ensure employees wear company uniforms and appropriate protective gear.

o Obtain emergency medical care for any public injuries on site.

o Report hazardous conditions immediately to the County.

2.8 Waste Disposal

o Remove and dispose of all waste from the site daily.

o Ensure waste is disposed of in compliance with all laws and ordinances.

o Contractors are responsible for any disposal fees incurred.

2.9 Equipment

o Maintain sufficient equipment in good operational condition.

o Use low emission or electric-powered handheld equipment.

o Ensure all vehicles are licensed, insured, and marked with the company name or logo.

2.10 Additional Details

Add Additional Details

2.11 Contractor required documentation: (upon award)

• Liability Insurance naming Walton County

• Proof of Workman’s Compensation Coverage

3. Vendor Questionnaire

3.1 Respondent Submittals (without Cost)

Please Upload your response, including any and all required forms listed in the solicitation and the corresponding attachments.

(Do not upload cost information in here)

3.2 Separate Cost Proposal*

Confirm that your fee proposal is not attached in your Proposal and is attached separately here.

*Response required

3.3 I certify that I have read, understood and agree to the terms in this solicitation, and that I am authorized to submit this response on behalf of my company.*

☐ Please confirm

*Response required

3.4 Lead Time *

*Response required

3.5 Quote Validity*

*Response required

3.6 Has your company done business with Walton County before?*

If no, upon award we would need a copy of your company’s W-9 and ask you too complete an ACH form.

☐ Yes

☐ No

*Response required

3.7 Please provide two references with contact information from customers you’ve done similar scope of work for:*

*Response required

File details come from the government source that posted it. Updated .