OPEN Landscape Maintenance Services - Hwy 441

The City of Leesburg, located in Lake County, Florida, is seeking a qualified landscape maintenance contractor to provide comprehensive services for Highway 441 and other city properties through an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 2502601). The procurement requires a contractor with demonstrated skills in mowing, edging, trimming, litter pickup, weed control, tree and shrub maintenance, and irrigation system inspection across seven designated maintenance areas. Bidders must be certified by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for Maintenance of Traffic (M.O.T.) and possess commercial right-of-way maintenance experience. The initial contract term is through September 30, 2028, with potential renewal options for three additional terms. A mandatory pre-bid conference was scheduled for September 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., and the bid is due on October 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Contractors must submit a 5% bid bond and provide documentation including references, equipment lists, supervisory personnel details, and various certifications. Service frequencies will vary between weekly (April-October) and bi-weekly (November-March), with contractors responsible for all labor, materials, and equipment.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The city will pay 95% of invoiced amounts, with final payment contingent upon satisfactory completion and compliance with contract requirements. While specific contract value or budget range is not detailed in the provided documents, the comprehensive nature of the maintenance services suggests a significant municipal investment. The procurement emphasizes technical competence, with contractors required to meet detailed FDOT Maintenance Rating Program standards that assess roadway, roadside, traffic services, drainage, and vegetation/aesthetics. Successful bidders must demonstrate ability to maintain infrastructure to high standards, with most maintenance characteristics requiring 85-95% compliance. The contract appears designed to ensure professional, high-quality landscape maintenance that meets both city specifications and transportation department regulations, with a focus on maintaining the aesthetic and functional integrity of Leesburg's public spaces and right-of-ways.