DJJ ITB 26/27 008 Lawn Care Services - Pine Hills

The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice is soliciting proposals under solicitation number DJJ ITB 26/27 008 for comprehensive lawn care services at the Pine Hills facility located at 8500 Laurel Hill Road, Orlando, Florida. The selected contractor will be responsible for maintaining approximately 26 acres of landscape to ensure it remains healthy and attractive. The scope of work includes a one-time initial bushhog cutting and clearing, bi-weekly mowing during normal months, weekly mowing during rainy summer months, and additional maintenance such as trimming, edging, weed eating, and debris removal. All services must be performed in a professional manner without interfering with normal facility operations. A single award will be granted to the responsive bidder offering the lowest overall cost on an all-or-none basis. To qualify, bidders must provide a company profile and three customer references, certifying at least five years of business experience and three years of experience providing services of similar size and scope within the last five years. The contract requires a performance bond or irrevocable letter of credit of 5 million dollars or the average annual contract price. Bidders must submit a complete response package by November 6, 2026, including various signed certifications, a price sheet, and a non-collusion affidavit. Performance is monitored monthly, and failure to meet quality thresholds may result in withheld payments or contract cancellation.