IFB 021-24 Lawn Care and Maintenance Services

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This state and local contracting opportunity is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) in Georgia for Lawn Care and Maintenance Services. CCPS is seeking qualified bidders to provide comprehensive lawn care and grounds maintenance services across 15 geographical zones encompassing 44 different school and administrative locations. The required services include mowing, edging, trimming, and maintaining the lawns, athletic fields, and landscaping at these facilities. Bidders must provide all necessary labor, equipment, materials, and supplies to perform the specified services. CCPS has provided detailed exhibits listing the locations, estimated acreages, and a schedule for mandatory site visits. Bids are due by March 13, 2024, and the initial contract term will be one year with two one-year renewal options.

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This IFB includes a 20% Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) subcontracting participation requirement. Bidders must either meet the SLBE goal or demonstrate good faith efforts to do so. The SLBE program is designed to promote the growth and participation of local small businesses in CCPS procurement opportunities. CCPS has not identified any incumbent vendors or provided information on the current contract value or budget for this lawn care and maintenance services procurement. However, the IFB does stipulate that successful contractors may request price increases during the contract term.