25-0112-2 Jennifer Ross Sports Complex Landscape Improvements

The contract involves soliciting bids from qualified vendors to perform landscape improvements at the Jennifer Ross Sports Complex in Savannah, Georgia, on behalf of Chatham County Parks & Recreation. The project scope includes providing all labor, materials, and services necessary to enhance the landscape features, signage, memorial areas, and site aesthetics according to detailed specifications and standards outlined in the bid documents. The procurement process is managed by the Savannah/Chatham County Public School System’s Office of Purchasing and Contracting, with a posted response deadline of September 18, 2025, and a pre-bid conference scheduled for September 3, 2025. Bidders are instructed to submit sealed bids exclusively through the county’s online portal, with all required forms, including those for M/WBE participation, to be completed and uploaded as part of their submission. The contractual framework is governed by local procurement policies rather than federal FAR clauses, although it incorporates references to applicable laws, codes, and standards, emphasizing compliance, responsible contracting, and nondiscrimination. The contract is designated as a one-time project with an estimated value between $500,000 and $1,500,000, and it includes provisions for warranties, insurance requirements, and performance audits. Evaluation criteria focus on bidder responsibility, responsiveness, past performance, quality of work, and price, with the award made to the most advantageous bid based on best value considerations. The documents specify that no federal clauses are explicitly incorporated, and all contractual obligations, including subcontracting and M/WBE goals, are aligned with local policies and standards.