RFQ 2025-0008

The City of Stockbridge, Georgia has issued Request for Quote (RFQ) 2025-0008 for cemetery lawn care maintenance services at two specific locations: Stockbridge Cemetery and Burks Cemetery, both located in Stockbridge. The procurement seeks qualified lawn care companies to provide comprehensive maintenance services, including weekly mowing, trimming, and cleaning during the peak season (March through October) and bi-weekly maintenance from November to February. Required services encompass extensive maintenance specifications such as litter pickup, weed control, edging, monument cleaning, and pest treatment. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals through the Bonfire Portal, with bids due by July 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. An optional pre-bid site visit is scheduled for July 2, 2025, and bidders are required to provide references, organizational information, and demonstrate compliance with Georgia's Security and Immigration Compliance Act, including participation in the E-Verify program. The initial contract term runs through December 31, 2025, with potential options for two additional twelve-month renewals at the city's discretion.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to provide monthly and yearly rate quotes for each cemetery, with the city reserving the right to reject all bids and waive technicalities. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documents, the procurement suggests a standard municipal cemetery maintenance contract. Prospective vendors must communicate directly with Wanda M. Thomas, the Purchasing Specialist, regarding any solicitation inquiries. The contract emphasizes maintaining a professional and presentable cemetery environment, indicating that the city seeks a vendor capable of delivering high-quality, consistent landscape maintenance services. Compliance with local regulations, professional qualifications, and competitive pricing will likely be key evaluation criteria for vendor selection.