27-006P Grounds Maintenance Service

The Muscogee County School District (MCSD) is soliciting sealed bids for professional grounds maintenance services across its facilities in Georgia, including school buildings, the Muscogee County Public Education Center, the Columbus Public Library, branch libraries, and associated support buildings. The awarded contractor must provide all management, labor, equipment, and supplies necessary to maintain these grounds in accordance with APPA Level 2 and Level 4 Industry Standards. Key deliverables include mowing every five working days, quarterly pruning, and bi-annual pine straw mulch installation in late April/early May and July. Specific athletic fields, such as Kinnett and Odis Spencer Stadiums, require specialized Wednesday mowing schedules and annual aeration and top-dressing in May and June. The contract will be awarded to the vendor deemed most responsive and responsible, with price serving as a factor but not the sole determining criteria. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including a financial proposal based on estimated acreage, a list of similar project references, and certifications regarding non-collusion, debarment, and E-Verify compliance. The contractor is required to maintain appropriate insurance and adhere to strict student privacy regulations under FERPA. Invoices are payable thirty days after the invoice date and should be submitted to the MCSD Accounts Payable Department. The solicitation was posted on October 23, 2026, with a response deadline of December 19, 2026.