PCS Lawn and Grounds Maintenance Services

Pender County Board of Education is soliciting bids for routine lawn and grounds maintenance services across its school and Central Services locations, including East Side and West Side schools. This term contract features a three-year base term with three optional one-year renewals. The scope of work requires bi-weekly mowing from May 1 through June 30 and weekly mowing from July 1 through October 31, with a requirement to remove all grass clippings from paved areas and clear service-generated debris. Bids are due by December 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., and must be delivered to the Purchasing Department in Burgawn, North Carolina. The award will be based on the lowest and best bid, evaluated by price, quality, bidder reputation, conformity with specifications, and suitability for intended use. Successful bidders must comply with OSHA standards and North Carolina Worker's Compensation laws. Contract obligations prevail for at least 1800 days from the commencement date, though either party may cancel the agreement with 30 days prior written notice. Payment terms are Net 30 days, with the option for procurement card payments. Bidders must certify that their offers are submitted competitively and without collusion, and offers must remain valid for 45 days from the bid opening date.