Lawn Services

The Parchment Public School District in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for comprehensive lawn and landscaping services covering seven district properties, including Northwood Elementary, Parchment High School, Parchment Varsity Athletic Fields, Parchment Middle School, Central Elementary, North Elementary, and Parchment Innovation Center. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide per-cut lawn mowing and trimming services, leaf removal, and sidewalk edging up to three times per year, with services to be performed between April 1st and November 30th. The contract term is three years (2025-2027), with potential automatic year-to-year renewals and a possible 2% price increase upon renewal. Bidders must submit detailed pricing for each school site, provide a list of available mowing and trimming equipment, submit three professional references, and demonstrate insurance coverage of at least $1,000,000 for liability and auto insurance. The RFP also includes optional services such as spring and late summer fertilization, grub control for athletic fields, landscaping weed prevention, spring clean-up, and edging. Sealed bids are due May 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with the district reserving the right to award bids by regions and potentially select multiple contractors.

The RFP does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must submit notarized forms disclosing familial relationships and compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act. The comprehensive contract requirements include detailed specifications for service quality, equipment maintenance, worker conduct, training, and compliance with safety and environmental regulations. While the exact budget range is not specified, the multi-year contract and coverage of seven district properties suggest a substantial procurement opportunity. The district will evaluate bids based on comprehensive criteria, including pricing, equipment capabilities, references, insurance coverage, and overall service proposal. Potential bidders should carefully review the full RFP document to understand the complete scope of requirements and ensure compliance with all specified conditions for lawn and landscaping services.