Natural Turf Athletic Field Maintenance

Atlanta Public Schools (APS) is soliciting proposals for Natural Turf Athletic Field Maintenance services across 23 service sites, covering 39 athletic fields including high school and middle school football, soccer, baseball, softball, and conversion fields. The Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive field maintenance, including irrigation system management, aeration, herbicide and fertilization applications, pest control, and field repairs. A pre-proposal conference and site visit is scheduled for July 23, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with proposals due online by August 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The evaluation process will award up to 1,000 points across three categories: company qualifications (250 points), methodology and operations (400 points), and cost (350 points). APS intends to award contracts to both a primary and an alternate offeror, with the ability to distribute service needs based on capacity, geographic coverage, pricing, and specific expertise. The contract term will run from the last signature date through June 30, 2026, with an option for up to four additional one-year renewals.

The solicitation emphasizes vendor diversity and local economic engagement, with specific provisions for businesses in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties potentially receiving scoring advantages. Vendors must comply with E-Verify regulations, provide background check consent, and submit comprehensive documentation including tax registration certificates and non-discrimination affidavits. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly noted, the RFP includes forms for primary vendor/subcontractor utilization that suggest opportunities for diverse business participation. The previous contract with BrightView Landscape Services, Inc. was valued at $448,416.00 annually, which provides a baseline for potential contract value. All contractors must provide necessary equipment and materials, comply with local and state regulations, and maintain high standards of field maintenance for premium athletic fields, with comprehensive insurance requirements including general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability coverage.