Irrigation and Grounds Maintenance - Services and Repairs

The City of Fort Worth is soliciting proposals under RFP 26-0250 for as-needed irrigation and grounds maintenance services and repairs to support the Park and Recreation and Aviation Departments. The scope of work includes the maintenance and repair of irrigation systems, grounds, wet wells, and pumps, as well as pond services involving fountain and aeration systems and chemical applications. Qualified vendors must have at least three years of business experience in the categories they bid on, and technicians must hold required certifications, including 30 TAC Chapter 34A for irrigation and Texas Department of Agriculture licenses for chemical applications. The anticipated annual spend for this project is estimated at 800,000 dollars. Proposals will be evaluated based on best value, with scoring weighted across technical experience, service capabilities, references, cost, and small business participation, which has a 30 percent utilization goal. Performance requirements include providing a service schedule within three days of a request and ensuring technicians are on-site for emergency repairs within 48 hours. Payment is subject to the submission of detailed written service reports, with standard terms of Net 30 days. Submissions must be made electronically via the Euna Portal and include specific required forms, such as the Authorized Signature and Questionnaire, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and a Small Business Utilization Form.