IFB 158770 Grounds & Lawn Maintenance Services

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is soliciting bids from qualified firms to provide Grounds & Lawn Maintenance Services for the Fredericksburg District Office Campus located in Spotsylvania County and the City of Fredericksburg, Virginia. The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, and insurance necessary to complete the services, which include mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, planting flowers, debris removal, leaf raking and removal, tree and bush trimming, and mulching. The initial contract period is for one year with the option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on March 26, 2024, and bids are due by April 8, 2024. Bids will be evaluated on a Grand Total basis, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The IFB includes specific requirements for bidders to submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan and comply with prevailing wage rate determinations. Pricing shall be in the form of firm unit prices, and the estimated quantities provided are for reference only, as the actual quantities may be more or less than shown. The IFB also includes provisions for cancellation of the contract, work site damages, safety requirements, and environmental training for contractor personnel. The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry has provided prevailing wage rates for the various labor categories that must be adhered to by the contractor.