lawncare for Florida Parishes

The State of Louisiana, through Northshore Technical Community College, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive lawn and grounds maintenance services for its Florida Parishes campuses. The contract covers routine mowing, edging, debris removal, landscaping, weed control, fertilization, pruning, and related tasks, with a mandatory site‑visit for accurate pricing. The initial term runs from July 1 2026 to June 30 2027, with two optional one‑year renewals, for a maximum total duration of three years. Vendors must submit a sealed bid by September 7 2026, attend a mandatory site visit on either August 26 or September 2 2026, and provide proof of required insurance. • Services: up to 35 lawn‑maintenance visits per year, 12 landscaping/weed‑control visits, and bi‑annual pruning. • Locations: Northshore Technical Community College campuses (Lacombe, Greensburg, etc.) in Louisiana. • Mandatory site visit (appointment only) on 8/26/2026 or 9/2/2026 for pricing. • Contract value: FY 27 State General Funds; payment within 30 days of invoice. • Insurance: Workers’ Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability as specified. • Term: 12 months with option to extend up to 36 months total. • Submission: Bids due 09/07/2026 11:00 AM CT, via post or email; must be signed in ink. • Preference: Louisiana‑manufactured products and Louisiana workforce may receive preference.