Snow Removal and Lawncare at 6200 Park Ave.

The State of Iowa is requesting bids for snow removal and lawn care services at 6200 Park Avenue in Des Moines under RFB 005-RFB-2997-2027, with bids due September 17, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. CDT. The contract is open for use by all State of Iowa agencies and eligible political subdivisions.

The scope encompasses comprehensive grounds maintenance: tiered snow and ice removal (1–3 inches, 3.1–6 inches, 6.1–9 inches, and 9.1+ inches blizzard conditions) with 24-hour response requirements triggered at one inch of accumulation; lawn mowing once per business week or as needed from April 1 through October 30 annually; drifting event responses at an hourly rate; rock salt and sand applications and pre-treatment spray; spring tree trimming and bush pruning; fertilizer and herbicide applications; and lawn core aeration.

The initial contract term is one year from execution, with renewal options for up to five additional years for a maximum total term of six years. Payment terms are Net 60 days under Iowa Code 8A.514; bidders may offer a discount for payment within 30 days and should indicate acceptance of the State's Purchasing Card program. Bidders must certify they are not a Prohibited Company under Iowa Code section 12K.1(4) and submit quarterly sales reports in Microsoft Excel format within 30 days of each quarter's end.

An optional but highly recommended site visit is scheduled for September 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the facility. Bidders must submit comprehensive questionnaires covering business experience, technical qualifications, references, key personnel resumes, insurance requirements, background investigation authorization, and acknowledgment of all terms and conditions. The primary contact is Katelyn Howells at katelyn.howells@das.iowa.gov or +1 515-721-7856. Commodity codes are 98836 (grounds and roadside maintenance), 59526 (edging/lawn), and 96872 (snow and ice removal services).