Supplemental Landscape Maintenance for District J

The City of Houston is soliciting proposals for supplemental landscape maintenance services in District J, with responses due August 7, 2026. This is an Informal Solicitation with a not-to-exceed value of $65,000.

The scope encompasses lawn mowing, trimming, debris collection, litter abatement, and storm drain clearing across rights-of-way, ditches, easements, medians, esplanades, vacant lots, and sidewalks adjacent to public property within District J. The contractor must perform a minimum of 2,500 man-hours of work and coordinate weekly sweeps as preventative maintenance plus ad hoc and emergency requests directed by the City. Weekly reports with photographic before-and-after documentation are required. All identified deficiencies must be addressed within 48 hours. The contractor must maintain all equipment in good working condition and comply with OSHA and local safety standards.

Respondents must submit proof of general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance; a detailed pricing structure; staffing and equipment descriptions; and three references demonstrating relevant past performance. Award will be made on lowest bid meeting requirements and overall best value to the City. The resulting agreement will be subject to the City of Houston's standard contract terms and conditions with no renewal options specified. The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses and waive minor informalities.