Sodding & Grassing

The City of Lawton, Oklahoma is seeking vendors for a Sodding and Grassing contract (Bid Number CL25-030) to be awarded for the period of September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026. The procurement involves establishing a viable stand of Bermuda grass through multiple methods including seeding, sprigging, and sodding at various city locations. Two primary contract options are available: Option 1 requires the contractor to manage all watering requirements, while Option 2 transfers water responsibilities to the City as recommended by the contractor. Estimated quantities include 1,000 square yards for grassing and 5,000 square yards for sod installation. The bid documents specify detailed requirements for materials, construction methods, and measurement/payment terms, with the City providing a minimum four-inch topsoil base. Bid opening is scheduled for July 2, 2025 at 2:00 pm in the City Hall Finance Conference Room, with comprehensive documentation required including an Invitation for Bid, General Conditions, Affidavit for Payments, Non-Discrimination Certificate, Department Specifications, Price Sheet, and W-9 Form. Evaluation criteria will include pricing, warranty information, and the ability to establish a satisfactory grass coverage of at least 70% or 100% for solid slab sod.

The contract appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. As a requirements-type contract, actual quantities may vary from the estimated amounts, providing flexibility for the City's needs. Pricing will be structured per square yard for different grass establishment methods, including seeding, sprigging, sod installation, and hydro-mulch application. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the estimated quantities suggest a potential contract value that would accommodate multiple grass installation projects. The contract does not indicate information about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure requirements. Vendors will be evaluated on their ability to meet the technical specifications, provide competitive pricing, and demonstrate capability to establish and maintain grass coverage across various city locations. Warranty information will be a critical component of the bid evaluation process, ensuring long-term performance and quality of the grass installation services.