Request for Bids for Downtown Parks Landscape Maintenance

The City of Asheville seeks a licensed North Carolina landscape contractor to provide comprehensive, year‑round maintenance for five downtown park sites. The work includes mowing, pruning, fertilization, irrigation checks, weed control, mulching, seasonal plantings, leaf removal, pressure washing, and regular inspections. The contract is a one‑year base term with four optional renewal years, requiring insurance, licensing, and compliance with EEO and drug‑free workplace policies. Bids are submitted electronically by the September 18 deadline. • Scope covers weekly, semi‑monthly, and seasonal tasks across Pritchard Park, Pack Square, Triangle Park, Rankin Parking Deck area, and Grace’s Garden. • Contractor must hold a NC Landscape Contractor License, maintain specified insurance limits, and provide a qualified horticultural professional on‑site. • Performance is measured by adherence to a detailed schedule, twice‑monthly inspections with the Project Manager, and penalties up to $400 per violation.