Landscape Maintenance-Bithlo Area Section III

Orange County, Florida, has issued Invitation for Bids Y26-1006 for comprehensive landscape maintenance services in the Bithlo Area Section III. This five-year contract covers approximately 163.53 acres and includes mowing, edging, herbicide treatment, fertilization of turf, maintenance of planted beds, and the removal of dead or fallen trees. The scope of work requires adherence to a 12-calendar-day work cycle per delivery order and compliance with FDOT and FHWA traffic control standards, as well as OSHA and Orange County safety regulations. All plant materials must meet Florida Fancy grade or better standards as established by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on an all-or-none estimated total basis. Bidders must submit their responses electronically via the OpenGov platform by November 5, 2026, and must provide pricing for all line items to avoid being deemed non-responsive. Required qualifications include a valid State of Florida Pest Control Operator's license in specific categories, such as natural areas weed management. Additionally, respondents must provide a W-9 form and certifications regarding a drug-free workplace, non-collusion, and the ongoing use of the E-Verify system for newly hired employees.