Ground maintenance services-scdot aiken

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for ground maintenance services at the Aiken Maintenance Office located at 1931 University Parkway, Aiken, SC. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance services for the facility, with work encompassing weekly services during the growing season (April-October) and twice-monthly maintenance during the dormant season (November-March). Specific required services include mowing, edging, trimming, weed control, fertilizing, and maintaining shrubs and beds. Bidders must possess a valid South Carolina Certified Pesticide Applicator License in Category 3 (Ornamental and Turf Category) and provide all necessary labor, materials, transportation, and equipment. The solicitation requires monthly rate pricing across 10 line items, covering approximately 4 services per month during the growing season and 2 services per month during the dormant season. Bid submissions are due on March 27, 2025, at 2:30 PM, with all questions required to be submitted by March 13, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, subject to final approval from the South Carolina Transportation Secretary.

The contract offers an initial one-year term with four potential one-year renewal options, creating a possible total contract period from April 4, 2025, through April 3, 2030. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation does note South Carolina resident contractor and subcontractor preferences are available. Bidders must maintain appropriate insurance coverage and proper licensing. The contract appears to be open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications and performance requirements. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the multi-year structure and comprehensive maintenance requirements suggest a moderate-value contract. No incumbent vendor information is provided in the available documentation. The procurement is specifically for the SCDOT Aiken facility, as illustrated by the attached location map showing the maintenance facility's layout and surrounding area. Interested vendors will need to carefully review the detailed solicitation document to ensure full compliance with all technical and administrative requirements.