Blount County - Lawn Care Services for Blount County Schools Regions All Regions - ITB 2027-0034 (2026)
Blount CountyCounty · Maryville, TN- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michael Warner
- (865) 273-5748
The 30-second brief
The Blount County Government, on behalf of the Blount County Board of Education, is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive lawn care services for all schools designated as Regions I through IV (all regions). Services include scheduled campus mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, trash/debris removal, and other requested campus maintenance tasks. The contract term runs from November 16, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with the option for four additional one-year renewal terms. Responses are due by October 29, 2026, at 1:30 PM. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2026, at 9:00 AM, and site visits for all regions will take place October 12-15, 2026. Vendor questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 4:30 PM. Required submissions include a 5% bid bond, W-9 form, staffing plan, equipment list, background check compliance, and required affidavits.
Price, experience, capability of the vendor to perform the specified work
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Summary
The Blount County Government, on behalf of the Blount County Board of Education, is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive lawn care services for all schools designated as Regions I through IV (all regions).
Services include scheduled campus mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, trash/debris removal, and other requested campus maintenance tasks. The contract term runs from November 16, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with the option for four additional one-year renewal terms. Responses are due by October 29, 2026, at 1:30 PM. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2026, at 9:00 AM, and site visits for all regions will take place October 12-15, 2026. Vendor questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 4:30 PM. Required submissions include a 5% bid bond, W-9 form, staffing plan, equipment list, background check compliance, and required affidavits.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Experience
- Capability of the vendor to perform the specified work
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Cover and Contractor License Information Form, BC Required Forms (Background Check Compliance Form, Blount County Debarment Form, Business Tax & License Affidavit, Byrd Anti-Lobbying Form, Conflict of Interest - Blount County Form, Drug Free Workplace Affidavit, Iran Divestment Act Certification, Non-Collusion Form Affidavit, W-9 Form), Contractor's Staffing Plan, Contractor's Equipment List, Bid Bond
- Submit to
- https://blounttn.ionwave.net/login.aspx
- Duration
- 8 months
- Scope location
- Maryville, TN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Blount County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://blounttn.ionwave.net/login.aspx. For questions, contact Michael Warner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Blount County in TN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Michael Warner at (865) 273-5748. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, experience, capability of the vendor to perform the specified work" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Blount County?
All active and historical solicitations from Blount County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Blount County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Cover and Contractor License Information Form, BC Required Forms (Background Check Compliance Form, Blount County Debarment Form, Business Tax & License Affidavit, Byrd Anti-Lobbying Form, Conflic. Review the full document from Blount County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maryville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.