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Marshall County School District in Mississippi is seeking sealed bids for grass cutting services across seven district campuses, including H.W. Byers, Potts Camp School, Mary Reid School, Galena Elementary School, Marshall County Schools Career and Technical Center, Byhalia Middle/Elementary School, and Byhalia High School. The procurement involves comprehensive grass mowing, edging, and trimming of all grass-covered areas, explicitly excluding athletic playing fields. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on March 17, 2026, at the district offices located at 122 S. Spring St., Holly Springs, MS 38635, with bid opening scheduled for approximately 10:15 a.m. The evaluation criteria are structured to assess vendors comprehensively, allocating 55 points to total price, 25 points to timely delivery capability, and 20 points to prior experience with the district. Bidders must provide per-cut pricing for each campus, with pricing remaining valid through March 31, 2026, and must possess necessary licenses and insurance as required by Mississippi law.

The Request for Proposals (RFP) will be publicly advertised in The South Reporter on February 27, 2025, and March 6, 2025, with additional details available through the Mississippi Agency Bid Bank. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, vendors must demonstrate professional qualifications and compliance with state regulations. Payment terms stipulate that the Marshall County School District will not provide compensation earlier than 30 days after accepting completed work. The contract term extends until March 31, 2026, providing a clear timeline for service delivery. Though specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, vendors will be evaluated based on their pricing structure and ability to meet the district's grass cutting requirements across multiple campuses. The procurement appears designed to secure a responsive and cost-effective grounds maintenance solution for the district's educational facilities.