City of Alton Grounds Maintenance at City Facilities Bid Request 2026
City of AltonCity · Alton, TX- Due
- Jun 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Jeff Underwood
- (956) 432-0760
The 30-second brief
The City of Alton is soliciting bids for a two-year service contract for grounds maintenance at various city facilities, including the City Hall Complex, Bradley Espinoza Ball Park, Josefa Garcia Park, Sylvia Vela Park, Elizondo Park, and Main Street Park. The scope of work includes mowing, trimming, edging, landscape bed maintenance, mulching, tree pruning (below 8 feet), shrub hedging, fertilizer and herbicide application, litter removal, and irrigation system inspections. The contract includes an option for two additional one-year extensions. Bidders must provide all labor and equipment, meet specific insurance requirements (General Liability, Auto, Workers' Comp), and submit a sealed bid by June 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. A pre-mowing conference and equipment inspection will be required for the successful contractor.
Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Landscape bed maintenance, Mulch application, Tree pruning, Shrub hedging, Fertilizer application, Herbicide application, Pesticide application, Litter removal, Irrigation system inspection reports, Quality control inspection reports
Best and most advantageous bid, geographic location of facilities, past performance
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Summary
The City of Alton is soliciting bids for a two-year service contract for grounds maintenance at various city facilities, including the City Hall Complex, Bradley Espinoza Ball Park, Josefa Garcia Park, Sylvia Vela Park, Elizondo Park, and Main Street Park.
The scope of work includes mowing, trimming, edging, landscape bed maintenance, mulching, tree pruning (below 8 feet), shrub hedging, fertilizer and herbicide application, litter removal, and irrigation system inspections. The contract includes an option for two additional one-year extensions. Bidders must provide all labor and equipment, meet specific insurance requirements (General Liability, Auto, Workers' Comp), and submit a sealed bid by June 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. A pre-mowing conference and equipment inspection will be required for the successful contractor.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Best and most advantageous bid
- Geographic location of facilities
- Past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Mowing
- Trimming
- Edging
- Landscape bed maintenance
- Mulch application
- Tree pruning
- Shrub hedging
- Fertilizer application
- Herbicide application
- Pesticide application
- Litter removal
- Irrigation system inspection reports
- Quality control inspection reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Letter of variations/exceptions
- Proof of insurance
- Attachment A (Request for Information)
- References
- Signed Agreement
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ)
- Submit to
- 509 S. Alton Boulevard, Alton, Texas 78573
- Scope location
- Alton, TX
- Projected sq ft
- 1,270,500 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Alton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 24, 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: 509 S. Alton Boulevard, Alton, Texas 78573. For questions, contact Jeff Underwood.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Alton in TX, 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 Jeff Underwood at (956) 432-0760. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mowing, Trimming, Edging, Landscape bed maintenance, Mulch application, Tree pruning, Shrub hedging, Fertilizer application, Herbicide application, Pesticide application, Litter removal, Irrigation system inspection reports, Quality control inspection reports. 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: "Best and most advantageous bid, geographic location of facilities, past performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Alton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Alton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Alton 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 2 years. 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: Letter of variations/exceptions, proof of insurance, Attachment A (Request for Information), References, Signed Agreement, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ). Review the full document from City of Alton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alton, TX. The total projected area is 1270500 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.