Douglas County Ionwave #CI-2026-0066

City of Omaha Solicits Grounds Maintenance Services for Parks and Trails

The City of Omaha is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance services for Hitchcock Park, with optional services for Field Club and South Omaha Trails. - Government Buyer: - City of Omaha (Parks Department and Douglas County Purchasing) - Scope of Services: - Cleanup of trash and debris in designated areas - Mowing of turf (up to 20 times per season for each location) - Trimming and edging, including chemical edging using Glyphosate (herbicide) - Maintenance of vegetation-free areas such as sidewalks, curbs, and playgrounds - Optional services for Field Club Trail (4.2 acres) and South Omaha Trail (5.2 acres) - Quantities and Areas: - Hitchcock Park: 30.3 acres of mowable turf - Field Club and South Omaha Trails: 9.4 acres combined - Up to 20 mowing and cleanup events per season (April 15 – October 31) - Requirements and Standards: - All equipment must be pre-approved and use turf-type tires - Contractor must provide a Certified Pesticide Applicator registered in Nebraska - Weekly progress reports and annual performance review required - Compliance with fair labor standards and participation in the Small and Emerging Small Business (SEB) Program - Products and Chemicals: - Glyphosate (herbicide) specified for chemical edging; no other OEMs or specific brands required - Notable Details: - No maintenance required during winter months (November – March) - Payment upon invoicing; contract ends December 31, 2026

Description

The City of Omaha is soliciting quotes from qualified companies for grounds maintenance services at Hitchcock Park. The scope includes cleanup and turf maintenance of approximately 30.3 acres of mowable areas within the park boundaries. The work involves trash removal, mowing, edging, chemical edging, and maintenance of vegetation-free areas such as sidewalks and curbs. The contract term is for one year ending December 31, 2026, with a maximum of 20 mowing events scheduled between April 15 and October 31, 2026.

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