27-02 Parks and Recreation Grounds Maintenance Service

The Bay County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting qualified vendors to provide comprehensive grounds‑maintenance services—including labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation and supplies—for multiple athletic fields and park common areas throughout the county. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and will likely run for a one‑year term with the possibility of renewal. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience, submit detailed experience records, and comply with extensive licensing, insurance, and certification requirements. Questions are due by October 21, 2026; bids must be submitted electronically or by sealed paper no later than 2:00 pm on October 30, 2026. The award decision is expected at a board meeting on November 17, 2026. • Scope: Routine mowing, trimming, weed control, litter removal, and related upkeep for ~10‑plus park sites covering dozens of acres. • Required experience: Minimum 5 years in grounds‑maintenance, with references from public or private entities. • Submission: Complete bid form, experience record, certifications, and insurance documents via OpenGov or sealed paper. • Evaluation: Lowest qualified estimated annual cost wins; bids valid for 90 days. • Compliance: State licensing, insurance (minimum $1 M general liability, workers’ comp $500 k), anti‑boycott certifications, drug‑free workplace attestations.