Pierce Grounds Maintenance Services

The Texas Department of Public Safety is soliciting bids for grounds maintenance services at the DPS Pierce Office in El Campo, Texas. This invitation for bids, solicitation number 405-26R0026421, seeks a contractor to provide all necessary equipment and supplies for comprehensive lawn care. The scope of work includes mowing, with a limit of 26 mows per year and a maximum grass height of three inches, as well as weed killer applications, fertilization, winterizer treatments, and pre- and post-emergent applications. The contract is designed for a five-year term ending August 31, 2031, with a possible six-month extension for transition or re-advertisement. Bidders must submit electronic responses by September 11, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. Central Time via email or the DPS Online Bid Room. Evaluation is based on the best value standard, focusing on financial capability and past performance. Required documentation includes a mandatory pricing schedule, a W-9 form, and various certifications regarding HUB status and child support. Personnel with access to the facility must undergo fingerprint-based criminal history background investigations. The contract is non-exclusive and subject to available funding, with the agency retaining the right to inspect services and revoke acceptance for latent defects.