Roadside, boat ramp, parking lot mowing and litter pickup at East Fork wildlife Area

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking a contractor to perform roadside, boat ramp, and parking lot mowing and litter pickup services at the East Fork Wildlife Area in Clermont County. The procurement is a low-value contract totaling under $5,000 for services to be performed from April through June 2025. Specific requirements include monthly mowing of access roads, boat ramps, handicap access lanes, and 13 parking lots, with weekly mowing once per month during April, May, and June. The contractor must also perform weed trimming every 25-30 days and conduct trash collection within sight of mowed areas, with all work to be completed during daylight hours Monday through Friday. No chemical treatments are permitted on the grounds, and the contractor must provide all necessary personnel, supplies, and equipment. Large items such as furniture are to be reported but not removed by the contractor. The contract will be awarded to the lowest overall cost bidder, with ODNR explicitly stating they will not split the award among multiple vendors.

The contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations, though it does reference compliance with Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity (EDGE) participation requirements. Contractors must complete an Affirmation and Disclosure Form affirming they will not perform services offshore or engage with Russian institutions. Additional compliance requirements include adherence to Ohio ethics laws, worker's compensation regulations, and submission of an OPERS Independent Contractor Form. Insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Commercial Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), and Workers' Compensation coverage. The total contract value is under $5,000, with monthly payments to be made based on quoted prices. Invoices should be submitted to invoices@ohio.gov and copied to the designated ODNR contact. Bidders must be prepared to provide all necessary documentation, including proof of compliance with state regulations and insurance coverage.