110-20250829145629 HPS

The Hattiesburg Public School District (HPSD) is seeking sealed bids for Athletics Field Management services through Request for Proposal (RFP) 26-001, which covers maintenance of multiple athletic facilities including baseball, practice, and middle school football fields located in Greene County, Mississippi. The procurement requires a contractor to perform six minimum turf management rounds involving pre-emergent applications, insecticide treatments, fertilization, herbicide applications, and practice field repairs. Bidders must be licensed to do business in Mississippi and provide comprehensive insurance documentation, including $1,000,000 in commercial general liability and commercial auto liability coverage. The initial contract term is one calendar year, ending no later than June 30, 2026, with potential renewal options for two additional years contingent on successful performance. An optional site walkthrough is scheduled for Friday, September 5, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at STEAM Academy, with sealed bids due by 10:00 a.m. (CST) on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the district's Central Office located at 301 Mamie Street, Hattiesburg, MS. Contract award will be determined based on evaluating the lowest and best bidder, considering price, contractor experience, and references.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit proposals with an original document and one electronic copy, either on a USB drive or through the Central Bidding electronic platform. Monthly invoices will be processed and paid within 45 days of receipt, and the district reserves the right to cancel the contract with 30 days' notice if funding is not appropriated. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the scope suggests a comprehensive field management contract targeting athletic facility maintenance. The district maintains flexibility in contract administration, with the ability to evaluate and potentially renew the agreement based on contractor performance. Interested vendors should carefully review all documentation and ensure compliance with the specified insurance, licensing, and submission requirements to be considered for this athletic field management opportunity.