26001510 Landscaping and Property Maintenance

The City of Midland, Texas is seeking qualified landscape contractors to provide comprehensive landscape maintenance services for 17 municipal facilities throughout the city, including 10 fire stations, Harris Field, transportation and facilities buildings, towers, the Midland Farmers Market, and an auxiliary storage location. The scope of work requires monthly landscaping services from March through October, encompassing mowing, turf maintenance, tree trimming, pruning, xeriscape maintenance, chemical treatments for weed control and pest management, and ongoing plant health maintenance. Contractors must possess a valid TDA applicators license, demonstrate proven experience in landscape maintenance (preferably with municipal contracts), and show knowledge of local flora and xeriscaping principles. The bid solicitation (Contract No. 26001510) requires contractors to submit detailed pricing proposals for each facility, including monthly and annual costs, along with three references, proof of insurance, and licensing documentation. The bid is due on January 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and will be submitted through the Bonfire platform, with the City reserving the right to award to either the lowest responsible bidder or the vendor offering the best overall value.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though it does include a local preference mechanism that allows Midland-based businesses to potentially receive contract preference if their bid is within five percent of the lowest bid. The City of Midland will consider local economic development opportunities, including local employment and increased tax revenues, when evaluating bids. Contractors must comply with comprehensive insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Business Automobile Liability ($250,000), Workers' Compensation at statutory limits, and Employers' Liability ($500,000 per accident). The initial contract term is one year, with potential renewals for up to four additional one-year periods, and price adjustments limited to fifteen percent above the original proposal amount based on the Consumer Price Index. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation covers maintenance services for 17 municipal facilities, suggesting a substantial annual contract value for the selected landscape maintenance provider.