Grounds Mowing and Trimming - Parks

The contract issued by the Escambia County Parks and Recreation Department seeks qualified landscaping contractors to provide grounds mowing and trimming services across multiple park properties within the county. The contract area is divided into 15 zones, encompassing neighborhood parks, athletic facilities, boat ramps, and community centers, with a limit of up to four zones awarded per vendor. The service frequency requires up to 40 mowing cuts annually for weekly service zones and 20 cuts for biweekly zones. Contractors are responsible not only for mowing and trimming but also for related tasks including trash removal, debris cleanup, fence-line chemical treatment, and general maintenance to ensure park grounds meet county standards. Services must be performed Monday through Friday, with weekend availability to accommodate weather delays or special circumstances, and the contract includes provisions for possible term extensions of up to six months. Proposals are evaluated primarily on vendor experience, particularly in landscaping and athletic field maintenance, which together account for 60% of the evaluation score, while price comprises only 10%, reflecting a quality-focused award strategy. The contract enforces strict compliance with Florida statutes, including employment verification through the E-Verify system, and requires contractors to carry substantial liability and workers’ compensation insurance, naming the county as an additional insured. Contract terms include specific provisions for contractor responsibilities, insurance prerequisites, compliance with public records laws, and indemnification obligations. Vendors must submit their proposals electronically by the December 29, 2025 deadline, according to detailed submission instructions. The contract explicitly excludes use of federal FAR clauses, instead relying on locally defined terms and conditions tailored to county requirements. Inspection and acceptance will be conducted at delivery sites, with strict quality and performance standards enforced through possible testing and penalties for non-compliance. Overall, this contract establishes a comprehensive framework for maintaining Escambia County’s park grounds to enhance public recreational experiences while ensuring environmental sensitivity and legal compliance.