Lawn Maint, ADRS RQ27*392026

The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services is soliciting bids for monthly lawn maintenance services at its Montgomery locations on South Lawrence Street. The contract period is set for November 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with the possibility of annual renewals for up to five years, subject to a total cost cap of 25,000 dollars. Bidders must attend a mandatory site visit on October 29, 2026, at 10:00 am and sign the attendance sheet to be eligible for review. Submissions must be made electronically through Alabama Buys by November 2, 2026. Qualified suppliers must provide a minimum of 100,000 dollars in liability coverage, with 50,000 dollars per occurrence, and a workman's compensation certificate if they employ five or more people. Subcontracting is strictly prohibited. The award process involves an evaluation of pricing based on cost realism and reasonableness, and the state may request professional licenses and insurance certificates after the bid opening. Compliance requirements include E-Verify documentation for those with employees in Alabama, registration with the Alabama Secretary of State for foreign corporations, and certification of state and local tax compliance. Payment will be handled via electronic methods, including state-issued credit cards and EFT.