Troop B - waynesburg - lawn care services

The Pennsylvania State Police, specifically Troop B located in Waynesburg, is seeking lawn care maintenance services for their facility located at 255 Elm Drive. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) #6100064213 requires a comprehensive lawn care package that includes 32 annual mowing services, 7 weed control applications, 3 trimming/pruning sessions, and 1 mulching service per year. The contract will span five years, with services beginning in April and including weekly mowing, weed trimming around walkways and parking lots, pruning of landscaping elements, and monthly weed control. Mandatory requirements include a site visit prior to bidding, which must be completed and documented on the provided Site Visit Form signed by both the Station Commander and vendor. All bids must be submitted electronically through the PA Supplier Portal by August 19, 2025, with questions accepted in writing until August 12, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Bidders must provide proof of insurance, complete the cost matrix, and submit the Worker Protection and Investment form (BOP-2201).

This procurement is exclusively designated as a Small Business Procurement under Executive Order 2011-09, meaning only businesses certified through the Department of General Services' self-certification process are eligible to bid. Vendors must include their small business certification with their bid response and remain certified at the time of bid opening. The Commonwealth reserves the right to adjust service frequency based on weather conditions and will only pay for services rendered, with no minimum work guarantee. While no specific budget range is detailed, the comprehensive nature of the services suggests a multi-year contract with consistent annual pricing. Subcontractors are permitted but must be identified at bid submission and approved by the contract issuing officer. The successful contractor will be required to provide all necessary equipment, remove lawn debris, and adhere to strict site protocols, including signing in upon arrival and completion of work and ensuring no interference with State Police or personal vehicles.