Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Services

DeKalb County School District (DCSD) is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive landscaping and grounds‑maintenance services for its 138 schools and facilities across the district. The contract will cover all labor, materials, equipment, insurance, travel, and related costs for routine mowing, pruning, irrigation, seasonal clean‑ups, and any special horticultural work required at elementary, middle, high schools, charter schools, specialized learning centers, administrative offices, and athletic stadiums. The award is subject to Board of Education approval, and the contract may include renewal or extension options aligned with the district’s fiscal year (July 1 – June 30). Vendors must attend a mandatory virtual pre‑proposal conference (Sept 17) and a mandatory site visit (Sept 18) and submit a full proposal by Oct 8, 2026. • Scope: Ongoing landscaping, irrigation, tree care, seasonal clean‑up, and related ground‑maintenance activities for >138 facilities. • Required deliverables: Detailed work plans, staffing schedules, equipment lists, insurance certificates, compliance with Georgia E‑Verify and immigration regulations. • Mandatory events: Virtual pre‑proposal conference (Sept 17) and on‑site visit (Sept 18). • Submission: Electronic PDF via IonWave by Oct 8, 2026, 2:00 PM EST. • Evaluation: Compliance with specifications, cost proposal, past performance, and ability to meet insurance/licensing requirements.