RFP27006837 SOW Kingston Station V2.pdf

This is a Scope of Work document issued by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Office of Transit for comprehensive landscaping and grounds maintenance services at Kingston Station located at 1 Railroad Avenue West, Kingston, RI 02892. The scope encompasses weekly maintenance of approximately 330,000 square feet of landscaped beds and curb lines, including weeding, invasive plant removal, plant health care, gardening, and litter removal. Services include spring and fall cleanup with removal of leaves, debris, and storm damage; weekly litter removal throughout the property; routine tree and shrub pruning including shaping of tulip trees in front beds; application of weed control and pesticides as required; and annual mulch application to all existing mulched areas. The contract period runs from award through November 30, 2029, with a two-year renewal option at the State's discretion. Site visits are available upon request, with Matt Montecalvo serving as the site contact at (401) 431-5401.

A valid Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Commercial Applicator's License is required for any herbicide application, and a copy must be submitted with the bid for the proposal to be considered responsive. The related state and local contract opportunity indicates that proposals are due August 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT with questions due August 10, 2026. The solicitation mandates a minimum 15% participation by minority and women-owned business enterprises (MBEs/WBEs) under Rhode Island General Law 37-14.1 and includes prevailing wage requirements under Rhode Island General Law 37-13-1 et seq. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 general liability per occurrence, $100,000 workers' compensation, and $1,000,000 automobile liability. A contract administrative fee of 0.33% of total annual contract value will be withheld from invoices. Vendors must register with the Ocean State Procures system, with late, mailed, or misdirected submissions not accepted.