ITB - 231415 - Lawn and Landscaping Services - Zoo

The State of Arkansas, through Pulaski County, is issuing Invitation to Bid (ITB) 231415 for comprehensive lawn and landscaping services at the Little Rock Zoo. This procurement seeks qualified businesses authorized to operate in Arkansas to provide grounds maintenance services including mowing, edging, trimming, fertilization, weed control, and landscape bed maintenance across the zoo's facilities, which are divided into three service zones (Northern, Central, and Southern) as designated on the landscaping map provided. Bidders must demonstrate qualified service capabilities, appropriate equipment, adequate staffing, and competitive pricing structures to be considered for contract award. The bid solicitation was posted on April 14, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 5, 2026, allowing interested contractors approximately three weeks to prepare and submit proposals. The scope of work document specifies performance standards, quality expectations, and compliance requirements, with additional details regarding contract duration, renewal options, and funding sources included in the full bid specifications to ensure transparency regarding engagement terms and financial commitments.

Respondents must comply with multiple certification and licensing requirements established by the City of Little Rock and the State of Arkansas. All bidders valued at $1,000 or greater must certify non-engagement in boycotts of Israel; those at $25,000 or greater must certify they do not knowingly employ illegal immigrants; and those at $75,000 or greater must certify non-engagement in boycotts of energy, fossil fuel, firearms, or ammunition industries. Business licensing requirements apply based on the bidder's location and existing credentials, with out-of-state entities potentially exempt from licensing if they are merely submitting bids and do not establish permanent Arkansas locations. Joint ventures are permitted and must be formalized through a notarized Affidavit of Joint Venture Form, with all partners jointly and severally liable for contract performance and compliance. The contract will be governed by the City of Little Rock's Standard Terms and Conditions, which establish the City's right to terminate for cause or convenience with fifteen days' notice, require indemnification of the City, mandate compliance with federal civil rights and disability access laws, and impose a five-year record retention requirement. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the available procurement documents.