City of Tampa #26-P-00266

City of Tampa Solicits Bids for Grounds Maintenance at Parks and City Properties

The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation Department is seeking bids for comprehensive grounds maintenance services at numerous city-owned parks, playgrounds, and properties in Tampa, FL. - Government Buyer: - City of Tampa, Parks & Recreation Department, Director of Purchasing - Scope of Services: - Grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, plant trimming (excluding trees), roadside maintenance, and weed/vegetation control - Services required at over 30 specific sites, each with defined acreage and number of annual maintenance cuts - Example sites: A. J. Palonias Park & N. Gandy (5.4 acres, 21 cuts/year), Bobby Hicks (31.4 acres, 31 cuts/year), Gadsden Park (38.7 acres, 31 cuts/year), Picnic Island (54.8 acres, 31 cuts/year) - Notable Requirements: - Mandatory pre-bid meeting and site inspections - Certified Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) eligible for bid discounts - Bid security and insurance coverage required (general liability, workers' compensation, etc.) - Strict adherence to technical specifications and safety standards - Attachments include technical specs, safety data, payment forms, ADA requirements, and site maps - No OEMs or specific vendors are named in the solicitation - Contract Details: - Initial contract period of one year, with up to three one-year renewal options - Price adjustments allowed after the first year based on CPI-U - Place of Performance: - All work to be performed at designated city parks and properties throughout Tampa, FL

Description

The City of Tampa is soliciting sealed bids for grounds maintenance services at South Parks, Playgrounds, and other city-owned properties. The scope includes mowing, edging, plant trimming, roadside maintenance, and weed and vegetation control across various locations in Tampa, FL. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting and submit bids electronically via the OpenGov portal by June 4, 2026. The contract period is one year with options for renewal, and the project includes provisions for SLBE participation and bid discounts.

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