Area Maintenance Services

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation (MDC23223) for area maintenance services at the Little Compton Lake Conservation Area located in Carroll County, Missouri. The procurement seeks comprehensive maintenance services including lawn mowing/trimming (15 times annually), lakeshore trimming (8 times annually), and latrine services (52 times annually). The contract term is one year with two optional one-year renewal periods, and vendors are required to submit maximum pricing for both potential renewal periods. Bidders must complete and submit various exhibits, including Exhibit A through Exhibit G, through the MissouriBUYS electronic system or potentially via hard copy submission. The solicitation was released on April 11, 2023, with a bid response deadline of April 28, 2023, at 2:00 PM CDT. Vendors are responsible for carefully reviewing all solicitation documents and ensuring timely submission of their comprehensive bid package. The payment terms are Net 45 Days, with delivery specified as Free On Board Destination.

The solicitation appears to be open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types. No incumbent vendor information was provided in the documentation, and there are no apparent limitations on who can submit a bid. The solicitation does not specify a total contract value or budget range, nor does it outline specific evaluation criteria beyond the requirement to complete the necessary exhibits. Technical support is available for vendors through the MissouriBUYS system, and the primary contact for questions is Matt Wiseman, who can be reached at 573-522-4115 x3559 or Matt.Wiseman@mdc.mo.gov. While the exact estimated value of the contract is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the services and the multi-year potential suggest a significant ongoing maintenance commitment for the Little Compton Lake Conservation Area.