Request for Quote for Grounds Maintenance Services for IDJC

The Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections (IDJC) is soliciting quotes under RFQ 1410 for grounds maintenance services at the Juvenile Correction Centers in Lewiston and Saint Anthony. The seasonal scope of work runs from mid-March through mid-November and requires the contractor to provide all labor, equipment, and materials. Key deliverables for JCC-Lewiston include weekly mowing and weed trimming, monthly perimeter weeding, bi-monthly edging, and bi-annual tree pruning and herbicide application. JCC-Saint Anthony requires bi-annual tree and bush pruning. All debris must be removed daily, and contractors are prohibited from storing items on-site. Eligible vendors must possess five years of commercial or residential experience and submit a completed price sheet and signed signature page by September 18, 2026. The award will be granted based on the lowest cost, either as an all-or-none package or on a per-site basis. Security requirements are stringent, necessitating criminal background checks and fingerprinting for all personnel, the use of distinctive company uniforms, and strict confidentiality regarding juvenile identities. The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including one million dollars in Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Workers Compensation. Vendors must also comply with the No Public Funds for Abortion Act and certify they are not owned or operated by the government of China. Invoices must be submitted electronically within thirty days of service. Submissions are accepted via the IPRO portal, email, fax, or mail.