Lowndes Co DHR FY27 Lawn Service

The State of Alabama, through the DHR Lowndes County Office, is soliciting firm and fixed-price quotes for basic lawn services at 382 Commerce Street South, Hayneville, Alabama. The period of performance spans from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, with a total contract cost limit of 25,000 dollars including renewals. The scope of work includes grass cutting, edging along sidewalks and parking lots, blowing clippings and leaves from hard surfaces, and removing debris from the property. Services are limited to a maximum of 20 cuts per fiscal year, with 15 cuts expected during the growing season. The contract explicitly excludes the replacement of pine straw and the spraying of beds. A mandatory site visit is required for all interested vendors, including current suppliers, on October 23, 2026, between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm; failure to attend and sign in will result in the disqualification of the quote. Responses must be submitted electronically via Alabama Buys by October 27, 2026. Award evaluation will be based on pricing, cost realism, and price reasonableness, with the state reserving the right to request professional licenses and certificates of insurance. Payment terms are net 30 days, paid in arrears upon completion of service. Suppliers must comply with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act and certify registration and tax remittance with the state of Alabama.