Jackson County Civic Plus #JC-988-042226

Jackson County Solicits Proposals for Mowing and Grounds Maintenance Services (Statewide Cooperative Contract)

Jackson County, Michigan is seeking proposals for comprehensive mowing and grounds maintenance services across multiple county facilities, with the contract structured as a Statewide Cooperative Contract through the CoPro+ Cooperative Bid Program. - Government Buyer: - Jackson County, Facilities and Fleet Department - Scope of Services: - Mowing, string trimming, edging, aeration, overseeding, dethatching, mulching, debris cleaning, spring and fall cleanups, insect prevention, fertilizer and herbicide applications, and weed control - Services required at various county locations including the Youth Center, Animal Shelter, Health Services Complex, Northlawn, Courthouse, Public Defender Office, Wesley Jail, Chanter Jail (outside fence), Medical Examiner Office, Tower Building, County Garages, Sheriff Gun Range, and multiple Department of Transportation sites - Pricing: - Vendors must provide per-mow pricing and rates for additional services such as seasonal cleanups, mulching, and chemical applications - Contract Structure: - Three-year initial term, with two optional one-year renewals - Statewide cooperative contract allows other Michigan municipalities to purchase services under the same agreement - Unique Requirements: - Open to qualified service providers with demonstrated experience in grounds maintenance - Vendors must meet minimum qualifications for service delivery, supervision, customer service, and pricing assurance - No specific OEMs or equipment manufacturers are named; the opportunity is for service providers, not product suppliers

Description

Jackson County is soliciting bids for mowing services through a Request for Proposals (RFP). The goal is to competitively award a contract that will provide mowing services potentially for the next five years. The resulting contract will be a Statewide Cooperative Contract, allowing other government municipalities in Michigan to piggyback and purchase mowing services through this competitive process. The contract term is three years with the option of two one-year renewals, starting with the 2027 mowing season.

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