Central Oregon Community College - Madras Campus Landscaping Services RFQ #1618-26 (2026)
Central Oregon Community CollegeHigher Ed · Bend, OR- Due
- Dec 11, 2026
- 38 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
Central Oregon Community College requests quotes for landscape maintenance and groundskeeping services at its Madras Campus located at 1170 E. Ashwood Road, Madras, Oregon 97741. The scope of work encompasses growing season services from April 1 through October 31 and dormant season services from November 1 through March 31, including plant bed maintenance, turf mowing, playground lawn maintenance, edging, dethatching, spring aeration, weed control, litter patrol, pruning, off-site debris disposal, and annual agricultural field mowing. The initial contract term is one year, beginning April 1, 2027, with potential annual renewals. Quotes are due by December 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time via electronic PDF submission to [email protected]. Respondents must submit total pricing for growing season, dormant season, and agricultural field mowing, along with relevant landscape maintenance experience, proposed approach, and evidence of required commercial general liability, auto, and workers' compensation insurance.
Plant bed maintenance; turf and playground lawn maintenance; weed control; litter patrol; pruning of trees and shrubs; off-site debris disposal; annual agricultural field mowing
Total price, relevant landscape maintenance experience, capacity to meet the seasonal schedule, proposed approach, contractor responsibility
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Summary
Central Oregon Community College requests quotes for landscape maintenance and groundskeeping services at its Madras Campus located at 1170 E. Ashwood Road, Madras, Oregon 97741.
The scope of work encompasses growing season services from April 1 through October 31 and dormant season services from November 1 through March 31, including plant bed maintenance, turf mowing, playground lawn maintenance, edging, dethatching, spring aeration, weed control, litter patrol, pruning, off-site debris disposal, and annual agricultural field mowing. The initial contract term is one year, beginning April 1, 2027, with potential annual renewals. Quotes are due by December 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time via electronic PDF submission to [email protected]. Respondents must submit total pricing for growing season, dormant season, and agricultural field mowing, along with relevant landscape maintenance experience, proposed approach, and evidence of required commercial general liability, auto, and workers' compensation insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Total price
- Relevant landscape maintenance experience
- Capacity to meet the seasonal schedule
- Proposed approach
- Contractor responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Plant bed maintenance
- Turf and playground lawn maintenance
- Weed control
- Litter patrol
- Pruning of trees and shrubs
- Off-site debris disposal
- Annual agricultural field mowing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Commercial general liability insurance
- Automobile liability insurance
- Workers' compensation insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Madras, OR
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Central Oregon Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 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: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Central Oregon Community College in OR, 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 RFQ 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Plant bed maintenance; turf and playground lawn maintenance; weed control; litter patrol; pruning of trees and shrubs; off-site debris disposal; annual agricultural field mowing. 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: "Total price, relevant landscape maintenance experience, capacity to meet the seasonal schedule, proposed approach, contractor responsibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Oregon Community College?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Oregon Community College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Central Oregon Community College 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 11, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Commercial general liability insurance, Automobile liability insurance, Workers' compensation insurance. Review the full document from Central Oregon Community College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Madras, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.