NC National Guard Raeford Region Lawn Care

The State of North Carolina Department of Public Safety is soliciting bids for an agency‑specific contract to provide year‑round lawn and grounds maintenance for the North Carolina National Guard’s Raeford Region (sites in Raeford, Fayetteville, Parkton, Red Springs, and Saint Pauls). Services include mowing, edging, trimming, debris and leaf removal, weed and grass control, and related landscaping tasks to maintain a professional appearance on guard facilities and adjacent right‑of‑ways. The contract is a one‑year base term with two optional one‑year renewals (up to three years total). Bids must be submitted electronically via the NC e‑Procurement portal by September 23, 2026 (2 PM ET). A non‑mandatory site‑visit is scheduled for September 10‑11, 2026. Questions are due September 15, 2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsive bidder that meets all specifications. • Scope: mowing, edging, trimming, leaf/debris removal, weed/grass control, mulch placement, fertilization as needed. • Locations: five readiness centers across the Raeford region. • Contract value: not disclosed; typical multi‑site lawn‑care contracts range from six‑figures to low‑seven‑figures annually. • Requirements: North Carolina vendor registration, e‑Procurement fee, certifications (financial, E‑Verify, pesticide handling), insurance, and compliance with state statutes. • Evaluation: lowest price meeting specifications, with consideration of past performance and financial stability.