RFP Lawn Mowing Services

The Mount Abraham Unified School District is soliciting proposals for comprehensive lawn mowing and trimming services for the 2027-2028 school year, beginning July 1, 2027. The scope of work covers five campuses: Beeman Elementary, Bristol Elementary, Monkton Central, Robinson Elementary, and Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School. Primary responsibilities include weekly mowing and trimming of general grounds to a height of 2.75 to 3 inches, as well as specialized maintenance for athletic fields, which requires mowing to 1.5 inches at least twice weekly during specific sports seasons. Additional services include spring cleanup with the application of commercial-grade hardwood mulch and fall cleanup involving leaf removal and shrub pruning. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to Joseph Wesley and Emma Reen. The district will award the contract based on the most advantageous proposal, considering price, contract duration, and service group selection, with a preference for multi-year contracts and bidders opting for Group 5. Contractors must provide proof of insurance, including 1 million dollars per occurrence for general liability and 1 million dollars for automobile liability. Strict operational standards are required, including the use of professional uniforms, adherence to a drug-free workplace policy, and the immediate disengagement of mower blades when students or staff enter safety buffer zones. Invoices must be itemized and submitted via email to the district's accounts payable department.