Putnam County Mowing and Grounds Keeping Services

The Putnam County Board of County Commissioners has issued a formal Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Mowing and Grounds Keeping Services (Bid No. 25-22), seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance across approximately 32 different county locations. The procurement encompasses a wide range of services including mowing, weed eating, bush and hedge trimming, edging, landscaping, minor irrigation repairs, tree trimming, and debris removal. Contractors must have a minimum of two years of experience in grounds keeping, with at least four commercial references for properties over 50 acres. The initial contract term is from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2027, with potential for two additional one-year renewals. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., and sealed bids are due on August 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EST. Locations include county buildings, libraries, community centers, parks, and three landfill sites, with varying mowing frequencies ranging from 3 to 32 services per year depending on the specific site.

The solicitation requires bidders to provide a valid business license and comply with non-discrimination and drug-free workplace policies. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, specifically $1,000,000 in general liability insurance. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the bid emphasizes equal opportunity participation. Contractors are responsible for providing all necessary equipment, labor, and materials, and must adhere to specific grass height requirements and site-specific maintenance guidelines. Although a precise budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of services across 32 locations suggests a substantial contract value. The bid covers locations in South, Central, and West Putnam County, indicating a broad geographic scope for the grounds maintenance services. Successful bidders will be expected to demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and a proven track record of similar large-scale grounds maintenance projects.