Opportunity
City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #ITB# PWD/261083
Grounds maintenance services for City of Ocala cemeteries sought
Posted
April 27, 2024
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
ITB# PWD/261083
NAICS
561730
This opportunity from the City of Ocala Purchasing Department seeks qualified contractors for grounds maintenance services at city cemeteries and designated areas. - Government Buyer: - City of Ocala, Purchasing Department - Scope of Work: - Maintenance of city-owned rights-of-way, cemeteries, parcels, and other specified areas - Equipment Requirements: - Contractors must own and provide proof (photos and serial numbers) of: - Two zero-turn mowers - Three gas-powered weed-eaters - Two gas-powered edgers - Two chemical sprayers - Hedge clippers and other handheld ground maintenance tools - Location Requirement: - Contractor must be located within 50 miles of Ocala City Hall and provide proof of business address - Eligibility: - Mandatory pre-bid meeting attendance required - Contract Term: - Three-year base contract with two optional one-year renewals - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; contractors may use any brand meeting requirements - Unique Requirements: - Proof of equipment ownership with photos and serial numbers - Local business presence within specified radius - Mandatory pre-bid meeting for eligibility
Description
The City of Ocala is soliciting bids for grounds maintenance services for city-maintained cemeteries located in the northeast and northwest sections of the city. The scope includes maintaining city-owned rights-of-way, cemeteries, parcels, and other designated areas as specified in the solicitation exhibits. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2026, at the Public Works Conference Room in Ocala, FL. Contractors must own specified equipment and be located within 50 miles of the City Hall to be eligible to bid.