The Fort Mill School District in York County, South Carolina, is seeking a comprehensive Athletic Field Turf Maintenance Program through Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 25-002. The solicitation covers turf management services for multiple school facilities, including Fort Mill High School, Nation Ford High School, Catawba Ridge High School, and several elementary and middle schools. The initial contract period runs from August 11, 2025, to June 30, 2026, with options to renew for up to four additional years. Required services include seasonal maintenance tasks such as fertilization, herbicide treatments, aeration, overseeding, fire ant control, and infield skin area preparation for baseball and softball fields. Bidders must possess a South Carolina Pesticides Applicator License, demonstrate at least 10 years of experience in athletic field turf management, and maintain a main office within one hour of Fort Mill. The evaluation criteria are structured with 25 points for understanding requirements, 25 points for performance record, 15 points for location and response time, and 35 points for pricing. Proposals are due by August 1, 2025, at 10:00 am, with the district planning to post the intent to award on the same day.
The RFP does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Subcontracting is explicitly not permitted, requiring the winning contractor to directly provide all services and personnel. The bid schedule indicates pricing for services across various field sizes ranging from 40,000 to 130,000 square feet, with detailed line items for treatments including deep tine aeration, core removal, verticutting, fertilization, overseeding, and weed control. While the exact contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and multi-year renewal options suggest a significant potential contract value. Bidders are required to submit ten references, with five specifically from school districts, and provide comprehensive documentation including company history, key personnel qualifications, and a detailed equipment list. The district expects the winning contractor to comply with all safety, environmental, and professional standards for athletic field maintenance, indicating a rigorous selection process focused on technical capability and professional performance.
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