Landscaping Services at Hartford Campus

Solicitation KS092426 is for landscaping and lawn maintenance services at the University of Connecticut Hartford Campus, located at 10 and 38 Prospect Street, Hartford, CT. The scope of work includes weekly mowing, spring and fall cleanup, aeration, overseeding, and the trimming of shrubs and small trees. While recurring maintenance is the primary focus, additional services such as plantings and emergency tree or shrub removal may be requested on a time and material basis. The contract is scheduled to begin on March 1, 2027, and run through February 28, 2029, with three optional one-year extensions. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder offering the lowest overall cost. To be deemed responsible, bidders must demonstrate technical ability, managerial capacity, and integrity, including the ability to staff the project with experienced personnel. Required submission documents include a cost proposal using the university's mandatory form, SEEC Form 10, and a Supplier Diversity Certificate for certified SBE, MBE, WBE, or DisBE businesses. All contractors must comply with Connecticut Department of Labor Service Standard Wages per General Statute 31-57f. Bids must be submitted via the HuskyBuy Portal by December 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with Kathleen Susca serving as the primary procurement agent.