MandSiteVisit*FAXBID* Grounds Maint.

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is soliciting bids for comprehensive grounds maintenance services for two Louisiana Property Assistance Agency (LPAA) locations in Baton Rouge, specifically at 1059 Brickyard Lane and 1502 North 17th Street. The 12-month contract requires a vendor to provide grounds keeping services including grass cutting, weed eating, herbicide application, trash pickup, and maintaining clear areas around buildings and fence lines. Service frequencies will vary seasonally, ranging from 1-3 times per month depending on location and time of year, with more intensive maintenance required during summer months (June through September). Bidders must attend a mandatory jobsite visit and be licensed by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry with appropriate certifications. The bid opening is scheduled for June 17, 2025, at 02:00 PM CST, with responses to be submitted electronically through the Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network (LaPac). The state intends to award the contract on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with potential contract renewal options for two additional 12-month periods.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though Louisiana preference provisions may provide some competitive advantages for local businesses. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability insurance with specified minimum coverage limits. Payment will be facilitated through LaCarte procurement cards for purchases under $5,000 and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for other transactions. The Louisiana Property Assistance Agency reserves the right to cancel the contract with 30 days' written notice, and all work must be performed during normal business hours (8AM-4PM, Monday-Friday). While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the contract covers grounds maintenance for two distinct locations with varying service frequencies. Interested vendors must register on the LAGOV Vendor Portal and carefully follow the online bidding instructions provided in the solicitation documents to ensure a compliant and competitive bid submission.