Blount County - Lawn Care Services for Blount County Schools Regions I-IV - ITB 2027-0034 (2026)
Blount CountyCounty · Maryville, TN- Due
- Nov 2, 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 seeks contractors to provide lawn care services for all schools designated as Regions I through IV. Services include scheduled campus mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, trash and debris removal, and sidewalk and parking area clean-up across multiple school campuses. The contract term runs from November 16, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with options for four additional one-year renewal terms. Bids are due by November 2, 2026 at 1:30 PM, with a pre-bid meeting on October 5, 2026, and a question deadline of October 20, 2026. Required submissions include a 5% bid bond, W-9, background check compliance form, debarment form, business tax and license affidavit, Byrd anti-lobbying form, conflict of interest form, drug-free workplace affidavit, Iran divestment act certification, non-collusion affidavit, staffing plan, and equipment list.
Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Weed control, Trash and debris removal, Sidewalk and parking area cleanup, Campus lawn maintenance services for Regions I through IV school locations
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 seeks contractors to provide lawn care services for all schools designated as Regions I through IV. Services include scheduled campus mowing, trimming, edging, weed control, trash and debris removal, and sidewalk and parking area clean-up across multiple school campuses.
The contract term runs from November 16, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with options for four additional one-year renewal terms. Bids are due by November 2, 2026 at 1:30 PM, with a pre-bid meeting on October 5, 2026, and a question deadline of October 20, 2026. Required submissions include a 5% bid bond, W-9, background check compliance form, debarment form, business tax and license affidavit, Byrd anti-lobbying form, conflict of interest form, drug-free workplace affidavit, Iran divestment act certification, non-collusion affidavit, staffing plan, and equipment list.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Experience
- Capability of the vendor to perform the specified work
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Weed control, Trash and debris removal, Sidewalk and parking area cleanup, Campus lawn maintenance services for Regions I through IV school locations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bid bond
- W-9
- Background check compliance form
- Blount County debarment form
- Business tax & license affidavit
- Byrd anti-lobbying form
- Conflict of interest form
- Drug-free workplace affidavit
- Iran divestment act certification
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Staffing plan
- Equipment list
- Submit to
- https://blounttn.ionwave.net/login.aspx or Blount County Courthouse, Blount County Purchasing Room 319, 385 Court St., Maryville, TN 37804-5906
- Duration
- 60 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 November 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://blounttn.ionwave.net/login.aspx or Blount County Courthouse, Blount County Purchasing Room 319, 385 Court St., Maryville, TN 37804-5906. 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Weed control, Trash and debris removal, Sidewalk and parking area cleanup, Campus lawn maintenance services for Regions I through IV school locations. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 bond, W-9, background check compliance form, Blount County debarment form, business tax & license affidavit, Byrd anti-lobbying form, conflict of interest form, drug-free workplace affidavit, Iran. 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.