Community Development Lot Mowing

The City of Fort Myers is soliciting bids under Invitation to Bid (ITB 26-009) for monthly lawn mowing services aimed at maintaining city-owned infill, surplus, and midtown lots totaling approximately 5.96 acres. These properties are often held vacant for future affordable housing or development purposes and require regular upkeep to preserve neighborhood aesthetics. The services include thorough mowing and lawn maintenance on a monthly basis, generally scheduled for the first week of each month, with strict adherence to specified mowing standards and coordination with city representatives. The solicitation emphasizes the use of the OpenGov Portal for bid submissions and communications, and mandates that contractors meet minimum qualifications such as appropriate licensing and business experience. The contract will be governed by applicable federal, state, and local regulations including labor standards (e.g., Davis-Bacon Act), equal employment opportunity requirements, and environmental compliance. Contractors must perform a majority of the work themselves and ensure all subcontracting complies with city authorization and federal provisions. The contract incorporates standard federal contracting clauses as outlined in 2 CFR Part 200 and FHWA-1273, and is supplemented by Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) procurement conditions. Evaluation criteria focus on financial capability, reputation, and proven experience rather than numeric scoring, with the City retaining discretion over award decisions. Inspection and acceptance occur at the final destination, and payment terms call for monthly invoicing consistent with completed services. Key contacts include designated Real Property and Procurement Specialists to assist bidders with inquiries. Overall, the contract aims to maintain city property appearance rigorously while complying with comprehensive regulatory and administrative requirements.