IFB 04-27-SKL (REPOST IFB 53-26-SKL) Grounds Maintenance For Fire Stations

The City of Portsmouth, Virginia is soliciting bids for grounds maintenance services at its fire stations under solicitation number IFB-125001, a repost of the previously issued IFB 53-26-SKL. The contract requires comprehensive landscape and exterior maintenance services including mowing, trimming, weeding, litter removal, seasonal planting, snow and ice removal, and general janitorial upkeep of station grounds to ensure a professional and safe environment. Proposals must be submitted by August 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM EST, with all work to be performed at fire station locations within the City of Portsmouth. The solicitation is open to qualified vendors with demonstrated experience in commercial grounds maintenance and is not subject to a specific small business set-aside. All performance obligations must comply with municipal standards and be carried out consistently throughout the contract term. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Susan Kenney Lambert at lamberts@portsmouthva.gov or 757-393-8858, and ensure full compliance with submission requirements outlined in the official solicitation posted on the Virginia eProcurement portal. Bidders are expected to provide detailed service plans, pricing structures, staff qualifications, and proof of insurance. Failure to meet deadlines or incomplete submissions may result in disqualification. The City reserves the right to award the contract based on responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, reliable maintenance services across all designated fire station locations.