Two (2) Year Grass Cutting & Landscape Maintenance Contract for The Jefferson Parish Community Action Programs (JEFCAP) Head Start Centers

Jefferson Parish is seeking a two-year contract for grass cutting and landscape maintenance services for four Jefferson Parish Community Action Programs (JEFCAP) Head Start Centers located in Terrytown/Gretna, Jutland, Lapalco, and Jefferson Highway. The bid (Number 50-00148193) requires a contractor to perform comprehensive landscaping services including mowing, edging, weed removal, trimming, and maintaining ant-free grounds with service frequencies ranging from 1-3 times per month depending on seasonal requirements. Bidders must possess specific Louisiana state licenses, including a Landscaping, Grading and Beautification contractor's license, a Louisiana Ground Operator License, and a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License. The proposal must be submitted electronically through Jefferson Parish's eProcurement site by September 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Contractors are required to provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Worker's Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Business Automobile Liability with prescribed minimum coverage amounts. Additional requirements include compliance with federal and state regulations such as equal employment opportunity provisions and Buy American requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will require comprehensive documentation, including photographic evidence of completed work and services such as fertilization and mulching. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the two-year contract scope suggests a substantial maintenance commitment across multiple Head Start center locations. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability, licensing compliance, insurance coverage, and adherence to regulatory standards. The procurement process emphasizes electronic submission through the parish's eProcurement platform, indicating a preference for digital documentation and streamlined vendor interactions. Successful contractors will need to demonstrate professional landscaping capabilities, regulatory compliance, and the ability to maintain consistent service quality across multiple Jefferson Parish locations.