Landscaping Services- RFP 16952

Horizon Behavioral Health is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive landscaping contract to maintain multiple locations in Amherst and Madison Heights, Virginia. The scope of work includes mowing, trimming, fall leaf removal, soil maintenance through lime and fertilizer application, bed maintenance, shrub trimming, and overgrowth prevention. The contract is scheduled to begin on March 1, 2027, for an initial three-year term, with the possibility of two annual renewals. Bidders must provide all-inclusive, flat-rate monthly quotes. The award will be determined using a competitive negotiation method, evaluating offerors based on their experience, general project plan, staffing levels, and references. Selected vendors must meet strict compliance and safety standards, including providing Safety Data Sheets, adhering to chemical disposal regulations, and maintaining general liability insurance of at least one million dollars. Additionally, the contractor must ensure all employees undergo criminal background checks and sign confidentiality agreements. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, and must be submitted via email to the purchasing department.