Groundskeeping Services

Hudson County, New Jersey is requesting proposals for groundskeeping services at County parks and public property locations under RFP 308-2026, with proposals due June 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The County will award a single contract with a term of up to five years (various year combinations permitted but not exceeding five years total), anticipated to start in July 2026.

The scope includes landscape maintenance and groundskeeping services across County parks and public property. All pricing must be inclusive of delivery, insurance, bonding, personnel costs, equipment, travel, and overhead, exclusive of Federal, State, or local taxes. The contract is subject to Hudson County Living Wage Ordinances Nos. 363-6-2014 and 429-7-2025, which mandate minimum hourly rates of pay, vacation days, and health insurance benefits for service workers.

Award will be made to the proposal deemed most advantageous based on technical, management, and cost criteria. Vendors must achieve a minimum score of 75 to be eligible for award. Respondents must submit a proposal guarantee of not less than 10 percent of the total proposal amount (not to exceed $20,000) and a consent of surety. The successful awardee must provide a performance bond of 100 percent of the contract value. The contract is funded by local County funds and contingent on availability of sufficient funds.

Questions are due May 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., with responses provided by May 29, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Sealed proposals will be publicly opened with cost proposals read aloud in accordance with New Jersey Competitive Contracting procedures under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and terminate with 30 days' notice. Services may continue for up to 180 days beyond contract expiration at the then-current rate during transitions.