2027/2028 Routine Landscape Maintenance

The City of Bellevue is seeking a qualified contractor to provide routine landscape maintenance services for 13 park sites and 11 fire stations over a two‑year period, with an option to renew for an additional two years. The contract includes mowing, edging, weed control, tree and shrub care, irrigation system start‑up, winterization, and repair services, as well as optional extra services. Bidders must submit a completed proposal package electronically through the Public Purchase portal by the November 5, 2026 deadline and may attend an optional pre‑bid conference on October 21, 2026. The award is expected in January 2027, and the successful vendor will be responsible for ongoing monthly invoicing and compliance with city, state, and federal regulations, including prevailing wage and equal‑opportunity requirements. • Scope: Routine landscape maintenance (mowing, edging, weed control, tree/shrub care, irrigation start‑up, winterization, repairs) for 24 municipal sites. • Contract term: 2 years, with one possible 2‑year renewal. • Estimated workload: Regular monthly visits plus seasonal irrigation tasks. • Mandatory submissions: Completed RFP Proposal Form, Contractor Qualification Form, Cost Proposal per site, Non‑Collusion certificate, Equal‑Opportunity affidavit. • Submission method: Electronic only via Public Purchase portal; deadline Nov 5 2026 2:00 PM. • Pre‑bid conference (optional): Oct 21 2026, Resource Management Office, Bellevue, WA. • Evaluation criteria: Experience (≥3 years), fleet size, key personnel, certifications, and price. • Award date: Expected Jan 2027.