020- PSP Troop C Lewis Run Lawn Care

The Pennsylvania State Police Department is seeking lawn care maintenance services for Troop C, Lewis Run location through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The procurement covers lawn maintenance services including mowing, weed whacking, shrub/tree trimming, and weed control to be performed monthly from May 1, 2024, through April 30, 2025, with potential four additional one-year renewal options through April 30, 2029. Vendors must supply all necessary equipment and ensure complete removal of clippings, trimmings, and lawn debris from the premises. A mandatory site visit is required prior to bid submission, and vendors must complete a Site Visit Form and Worker Protection Certification Form as part of their bid package. The bid is due by April 9, 2024, with services expected to commence on May 1, 2024. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsive and responsible bid, with vendors required to complete a detailed Cost Matrix specifying unit rates for various lawn care services. Bidders must demonstrate capability to perform comprehensive lawn maintenance with professional-grade equipment and comply with all specified service requirements.

This procurement is specifically designated as a Restricted Small Business Procurement, meaning only vendors self-certified as small businesses through the Department of General Services can participate. Eligible small businesses must complete their self-certification prior to the bid opening date to be considered for contract award. The contract does not guarantee a minimum amount of work, and payment will be based solely on services rendered. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the Lawn Care Cost Matrix provides a framework for pricing various lawn maintenance services across the base year and potential renewal periods. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there are no specified technology or infrastructure integration requirements. The Commonwealth will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specified qualifications, with provisions for termination and potential three-year bidding ineligibility if false information is submitted. Vendors must also comply with Pennsylvania labor laws, workplace safety regulations, and other statutory requirements outlined in the Worker Protection Certification Form.