National Guard Marion Region Lawn Care Services

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety, on behalf of the North Carolina National Guard, is requesting bids for year-round lawn care and grounds maintenance services across the Marion Region with bids due August 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET. Mandatory pre-bid site visits are scheduled for July 21–22, 2026 across four locations (Marion, Morganton, Lenoir, and Forest City); written questions are due July 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

The scope encompasses mowing, edging, trimming, debris and leaf removal, and weed and grass control at National Guard facilities and adjoining highway right-of-ways in Marion, Morganton, Lenoir, and Forest City. A total of 29 service visits are scheduled from September 1, 2026 through August 30, 2027, with mowing cycles every 10 days March through September and every 15 days October through November. Vendors must bid complete regional areas and cannot split locations among the four zones. All work must occur during facility duty hours (8:00 AM–4:30 PM for Readiness Centers; 7:00 AM–3:00 PM for Field Maintenance Shop locations) on weekdays excluding federal and state holidays. Pricing is submitted by season-dependent mowing cycles on Attachment A and must cover all equipment, supplies, materials, transportation, and labor.

The contract carries an initial one-year term beginning upon final execution, with the State retaining the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms; renewal notice is required 30 days before each term's expiration. Vendors must provide three customer references demonstrating similar services, complete financial stability certifications, submit HUB supplemental information, and comply with background check requirements. Award will be based on lowest-price responsive bids meeting all specifications and verifications, including past performance. The State reserves the right to award to a single vendor or multiple vendors and may reject all bids if not in the State's best interest. Vendors must register with the NC Secretary of State prior to contract execution. Bids are due via the Ariba Sourcing Tool with public bid opening at the same date and time.