Landscape maintenance and Planting of Ocean Park Gardens and Other Locations

This procurement opportunity is for landscape maintenance and planting services for the Town of Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts. The project consists of maintaining approximately 7 acres of managed turf and gardens in Oak Bluffs, including mowing, edging, weeding, fertilization, irrigation system maintenance, and annual/perennial plantings. The contract term is for three years, starting April 1, 2022 and ending March 30, 2025. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on February 11, 2022, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Bidders must have at least 10 years of experience performing similar work and employ a Massachusetts Certified Horticulturist. The successful contractor will be required to pay prevailing wage rates and furnish a 50% payment bond within ten days of contract award. Liquidated damages of $200 per day will be assessed if the work is not completed within the stipulated timeframe.

The procurement is not set aside for any specific types of organizations, and there is no information provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors. The bid documents can be obtained from the Town Administrator's Office, and bidders must submit a 5% bid deposit. The lowest responsible and eligible company will be required to provide certifications related to labor harmony and employee safety training. The total contract value is not specified, but the budget range or funding sources are also not provided.