Canyons School District - Districtwide Weed Control Contract - 27-00030CP-P5 (2026)
Canyons School DistrictSchool · Sandy, UT- Due
- Sep 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Chad Pulsipher
- (801) 826-5345
The 30-second brief
The Canyons School District is soliciting competitive proposals for districtwide weed control and landscape chemical application services under a five-year contract. The service area encompasses 50 properties, including 28 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 5 high schools, 5 specialty schools, 2 office buildings, a warehouse, and transportation buildings, totaling over 360 landscape acres. Vendors must maintain a physical operational dispatch or office location within 70 driving miles of Sandy, UT (zip code 84070) and possess at least five years of experience managing large-scale commercial, municipal, or school district turf programs. All field technicians and the lead supervisor must hold an active Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in Category 3 (Ornamental and Turf). Proposals are due by September 22, 2026, with a questions and notice of interest deadline of September 16, 2026. Submissions must be made electronically through Euna Procurement, powered by Ion Wave.
Certification of Proposal (Schedule A) - n/a, Executive Summary and Licensing (Schedule B) - 20 Points, Operations & Project Management Plan (Schedule C) - 40 Points, Safety & Regulatory Compliance (Schedule D) - 25 Points, References (Schedule E) - 15 Points, Price Proposal (Schedule F) - 50 Points
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Summary
The Canyons School District is soliciting competitive proposals for districtwide weed control and landscape chemical application services under a five-year contract.
The service area encompasses 50 properties, including 28 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 5 high schools, 5 specialty schools, 2 office buildings, a warehouse, and transportation buildings, totaling over 360 landscape acres. Vendors must maintain a physical operational dispatch or office location within 70 driving miles of Sandy, UT (zip code 84070) and possess at least five years of experience managing large-scale commercial, municipal, or school district turf programs. All field technicians and the lead supervisor must hold an active Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in Category 3 (Ornamental and Turf). Proposals are due by September 22, 2026, with a questions and notice of interest deadline of September 16, 2026. Submissions must be made electronically through Euna Procurement, powered by Ion Wave.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Certification of Proposal (Schedule A) - n/a, Executive Summary and Licensing (Schedule B) - 20 Points, Operations & Project Management Plan (Schedule C) - 40 Points, Safety & Regulatory Compliance (Schedule D) - 25 Points, References (Schedule E) - 15 Points, Price Proposal (Schedule F) - 50 Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Certification of Proposal (Schedule A)
- Executive Summary and Licensing (Schedule B)
- Operations & Project Management Plan (Schedule C)
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance (Schedule D)
- References (Schedule E)
- Price Proposal (Schedule F)
- UDAF Commercial Pesticide Applicator Licenses
- UDAF Commercial Business License
- Submit to
- https://canyonsdistrict.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1651&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Sandy, UT
- Projected sq ft
- 360 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Canyons School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://canyonsdistrict.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1651&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Chad Pulsipher.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Canyons School District in UT, 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 RFP 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 Chad Pulsipher at (801) 826-5345. 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: "Certification of Proposal (Schedule A) - n/a, Executive Summary and Licensing (Schedule B) - 20 Points, Operations & Project Management Plan (Schedule C) - 40 Points, Safety & Regulatory Compliance (S..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Canyons School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Canyons School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Canyons School District 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 RFP?
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: Certification of Proposal (Schedule A), Executive Summary and Licensing (Schedule B), Operations & Project Management Plan (Schedule C), Safety & Regulatory Compliance (Schedule D), References (Schedu. Review the full document from Canyons School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sandy, UT. The total projected area is 360 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.