Lawn Mowing Services

The Parkway School District in Missouri is seeking qualified local contractors to provide comprehensive lawn mowing services for twenty-five district properties. The procurement involves regular lawn maintenance for properties ranging from 2.12 to 24.96 acres, with an estimated thirty-four mowing cuts annually between mid-March and mid-November. Contractors must maintain grass at three inches in height, remove and disperse clippings, and submit detailed monthly invoices documenting work locations, dates, and completion. Required qualifications include carrying comprehensive insurance, including $1,000,000 in General Liability coverage, Worker's Compensation insurance, and compliance with OSHA requirements and local noise ordinances. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for January 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., starting at Bellerive Elementary, with a potential second walkthrough on January 21, 2026. The bid opening will occur on January 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST via Google Meet, with bids due by 3:00 p.m. CST on the same date through the Bonfire bidding platform. Bidders must submit proposals on company letterhead, including a completed W-9, vendor signature page, Federal Work Authorization documentation, three professional references, an affidavit of non-collusion, and completed pricing sheets.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The initial contract term runs from March 10, 2026, through March 9, 2027, with the potential for three optional one-year renewal periods, contingent on district approval. The district reserves the right to award the contract based on the lowest or best bid and may negotiate with acceptable bidders if all bids exceed the budgeted amount. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the district will evaluate vendors based on pricing, service capabilities, and compliance with all specified requirements. Contractors must designate a primary point of contact for technical assistance and issue resolution, and they are required to participate in the Federal Work Authorization Program, demonstrating enrollment and active participation in the E-Verify system. The district will require the successful vendor to provide credit for potential extensions to other local school districts and accept credit card payments, with any associated fees to be disclosed during the bidding process.