Zoar State Forest Lawn and Entrance Mowing

The Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for lawn care services specific to Zoar State Forest, targeting approximately 1.75 acres of property maintenance. This procurement opportunity (Contract ID: 681256d6d6c393aaa10597a2) is located within King William County and Arlington CDP jurisdictions, with a posted date of April 30, 2025, and a critical bid submission deadline of May 12, 2025. The primary objective of this contract is to establish a fixed-price agreement for comprehensive lawn maintenance services at the designated state forest property. Potential vendors will be expected to provide professional landscaping services that maintain the aesthetic and functional standards of the forest entrance and surrounding areas. Bidders should anticipate demonstrating expertise in grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, and maintaining a clean and professionally manicured appearance consistent with state forestry property standards.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the procurement notice, standard state procurement practices often encourage participation from small businesses, local vendors, and potentially minority-owned or disadvantaged business enterprises. The contract does not specify an incumbent vendor or provide explicit budget ranges, though lawn maintenance contracts for state properties typically fall within modest annual budget allocations. Vendors interested in responding to this opportunity should carefully review the full bid documentation to understand precise qualifications, performance expectations, and submission requirements. Potential bidders will likely need to provide proof of landscaping business credentials, insurance documentation, and potentially demonstrate previous experience with state or municipal property maintenance contracts. The total contract value is not specified, but given the relatively small acreage of 1.75 acres, the annual contract is anticipated to be a moderate-value procurement.