2027–2029 GRASS CUTTING FOR MUNICIPAL PARKS AND PROPERTIES

The Corporation of the Township of Russell is soliciting bids for a single contract to provide grass cutting and maintenance services for municipal parks and properties from 2027 to 2029. The scope of work encompasses various municipal sites across Embrun, Russell, and Marionville, including parks, recreation areas, infrastructure, public works, public safety facilities, asset management sites, fire departments, and libraries. Service frequencies are itemized across Schedules A through G, ranging from weekly to monthly intervals. The Township requires bidders to submit pricing for all schedules and items, as partial submissions will not be accepted. Qualified bidders must provide detailed equipment lists, including the year, make, and model of tractors, trucks, and trailers, and may use side-discharge mowers with chute blockers if they meet performance standards. Submission requirements include a declaration of conflict of interest, project references, and a list of any subcontractors. The procurement process includes several addenda that clarify site access for specific locations like the Fitness Trail and First Avenue Ditch, while emphasizing that bidders should verify site conditions before submitting. The contract includes provisions for annual price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index.