RFP: Seasonal Lawn Maintenance of Public Utilities’ Sites

Brunswick County is seeking a qualified contractor to provide seasonal lawn‑maintenance services—including mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, and periodic flower‑bed preparation—at numerous public‑utility sites throughout the county. The work will be performed on a bi‑weekly schedule from April through October, with “as‑needed” service possible during the off‑season. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed hard‑copy format by 3:00 p.m. ET on 21 September 2026, either mailed to the county’s P.O. Box or hand‑delivered to the Utilities Operations Center. Questions must be submitted in writing to Trent Murphy by 3:00 p.m. ET on 11 September 2026. The contract’s initial term is one year, with two optional one‑year renewals, and pricing is firm for the entire term. Contractors must provide all labor, equipment, insurance, licenses, and herbicide certifications, and must comply with all applicable safety and environmental regulations. • Scope: mowing, trimming, edging, weed‑eating, litter removal, flower‑bed upkeep, limited herbicide application. • Frequency: every two weeks (April – October); optional “as‑needed” after October. • Locations: multiple utility sites (treatment plants, lift stations, storage tanks, pump stations) listed in Appendix A. • Submission: sealed hard‑copy, mailed or hand‑delivered, labeled per instructions. • Deadline: 21 Sep 2026, 3:00 p.m. ET. • Questions due: 11 Sep 2026, 3:00 p.m. ET. • Contract term: 1 year, with two automatic 1‑year renewal options. • Required certifications: herbicide licensing, insurance, E‑Verify compliance.