RFP - Gardening and Landscape Maintenance Services

The County of El Dorado is seeking proposals from highly qualified firms to provide comprehensive gardening and landscape maintenance services, including drainage channel and wetlands upkeep, at various designated locations outlined in Attachment B. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of experience in delivering these services, with a preference for firms familiar with California local government operations. The project aims to award a single contract to the highest-ranked proposer through a competitive evaluation process, which will consider factors such as experience, approach, and compliance with insurance and other contractual requirements. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, reflecting the scope and scale of the maintenance work across multiple zones of benefit. The procurement process is managed by the El Dorado Procurements and Contracts Division, with a response deadline set for January 20, 2025. The selected contractor will be expected to execute a formal agreement based on a sample contract provided in the solicitation, which details scope, compensation, work order issuance, prevailing wage compliance, and other contractual obligations. The project’s primary contact is Matthew McKain, reachable via email or phone for inquiries. The overall goal is to establish a reliable, experienced contractor capable of maintaining the County’s landscaping, drainage, and wetlands in a manner that meets the County’s standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring the preservation and aesthetic quality of the designated areas.