2027-2029 MOWING AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES (7) VARIOUS LOCATIONS

The City of Dalton is soliciting proposals for mowing and landscaping services at seven specific locations, including Huff House, Hamilton House, Crown Gardens, Trammell Street, Thornton/Walnut Avenue Islands, the Public Works Office, and 133 Huntington Road. The contract is for a primary term from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with the City holding options to renew for two additional years. The selected contractor must provide all supervision, labor, materials, and equipment necessary to maintain the grounds, which includes specific requirements for leaf litter removal, weekly weed removal by hand, and ant hill maintenance at designated sites. Technical standards mandate the use of ground pine bark mulch, the prohibition of volcano mulching, and consultation with the City's Landscape Foreman regarding mowing heights and annual plant selection. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes to Finance Director Cindy Jackson by 4:00 PM on October 29, 2026. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting was scheduled for October 8, 2026. To be considered responsive, bidders must provide a signed and notarized E-verify affidavit in compliance with O.C.G.A. §13-10-91, a non-collusion oath, and a workers' compensation insurance affidavit. Additional requirements include a minimum general liability insurance policy of $1,000,000 and the submission of company history, qualifications, and references for contracts exceeding $30,000. Award decisions will be based on a scoring system evaluating experience and price. Payments are processed monthly within 30 days of invoice receipt, with electronic funds transfer available.