Opportunity
Bay County Opengov #27-02
Bay County Parks and Public Facilities Grounds Maintenance
Posted
September 30, 2026
Respond By
October 30, 2026
Identifier
27-02
NAICS
561730
Bay County is seeking a qualified contractor to maintain grounds at county parks, athletic fields, offices, and community facilities. - Government buyer: Bay County Board of County Commissioners, through its Parks & Recreation department and Purchasing Department. - Requested service: Grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, weeding, weed control, debris and trash removal, and blowing sidewalks and parking lots. The contractor supplies all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, and supplies. - Locations and estimated frequency: The bid form identifies 11 sites, each with an estimated 36 cuts per year. Majette Dunes Disc Golf Course (27 acres) is also within the described scope but is not a separate bid-form row. - Notable requirements: Bidders must show at least five years of relevant experience. Trash must be removed before mowing; debris and cuttings must be taken off-site on the service day. Work is generally weekly during the growing season and monthly during the dormant season. - Evaluation and term: Award is based on the lowest qualified estimated annual cost among responsive, responsible bidders. The sample contract runs from execution through late 2027, with up to three additional one-year renewals by mutual agreement. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, product brands, or vendors are named; no products or part numbers are requested.
Description
Bay County Board of County Commissioners seeks bids for grounds maintenance at various common areas at County athletic fields and parks. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies required for the work. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of grounds-maintenance experience and consecutive, active experience on work of similar scope and magnitude. Submissions may be electronic or sealed paper bids; late bids will not be considered.