Description
The County of Queen Anne’s is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance for the Blue Heron Golf Course over a five‑year period. The scope includes mowing, fertilizing, weed control, aeration, bunker upkeep, light tree pruning, irrigation scheduling, repairs, and upkeep of the maintenance building surroundings. All materials, equipment, and fuel are to be supplied by the contractor, while the county provides a maintenance shop and covers electrical costs for irrigation. Monthly inspections by the county and arbitration by the University of Maryland’s College of Agriculture will ensure compliance. Contractors must demonstrate at least six years of golf‑course maintenance experience and have a superintendent on‑site year‑round. Proposals are due in hard‑copy format by October 30, 2026.
• Services: Mowing, fertilizing, pesticide application, aeration, bunker maintenance, irrigation operation & repair, maintenance yard upkeep.
• Contract length: 5 years (2027‑2031).
• Required experience: Minimum 6 years in golf‑course maintenance, superintendent credential, 30‑minute proximity to the course.
• Submission: Three bound paper copies, hard‑copy only, delivered to the golf course by 1:00 PM on Oct 30 2026.
• Pre‑bid: Non‑mandatory meeting on Oct 22 2026, 1:00 PM at the course.
• Evaluation: Combination of price and experience.
• Payment: Net‑30 days after receipt of invoice.