Cleaning, Litter Pickup & Mowing at Kingman Lake

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) is seeking competitive proposals for maintenance services at Kingman State Fishing Lake, located in Lane County, Kansas. The procurement involves comprehensive maintenance services including restroom cleaning, litter and ash removal, and mowing and trimming. Vendors must provide all labor, materials (except toilet paper), and equipment necessary to complete these tasks, with services to be performed weekly from April through September. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for April 1, 2025, at 9:00 AM CST at the Kingman State Fishing Lake boat ramp parking lot, where all potential bidders must attend in person, sign in and out, and complete the entire walk-through. The contract duration is from the date of award through December 31, 2030, with specific emphasis on additional cleaning before and after Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day holidays. Evaluation criteria will likely include pricing, service capabilities, and compliance with state requirements. Bidders must submit clarification questions by April 14, 2025, and submit a complete proposal by April 30, 2025.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and preference provisions for potential bidders, specifically highlighting opportunities for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses and Certified Businesses. Vendors must obtain a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue and submit it with their proposal, along with forms related to Boycott of Israel, Sexual Harassment, and Immigration Reform and Control. Proof of general liability insurance of $1,000,000 is required upon award. The cost proposal allows for incremental price increases not exceeding 5% for Years 2-5 to accommodate cost-of-living adjustments, with payment terms set at Net 30 and payments made only during service months (April through September). The state encourages bidders to take steps to discourage human trafficking and reserves the right to accept or reject any bid responses. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the contract includes provisions for potential additional mowings due to above-average rainfall, which may allow for supplemental charges approved by the park manager.