City of Asheville Riverfront Landscape Maintenance Bid 298-FY27-PR-Bid-RiverfrontLandscape 2026
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jason Crenshaw
- (828) 545-5718
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville Parks and Recreation Department is soliciting bids for landscape maintenance services on the French Broad Greenway under project number 298-FY27-PR-Bid-RiverfrontLandscape. The scope covers the public parking lot and trailhead at 162 Craven Street, Wilma Dykman Greenway, and 8 River Arts Place & Parking Lot. Required services include weekly visits (April-October), semi-monthly visits (November-March), mowing, blowing, weed control, mulching, litter pick-up, shrub and perennial care, tree pruning, fertilization, and leaf removal. Bidders must be licensed Landscape Contractors in North Carolina. The contract term is for one year with options to renew for four additional consecutive years. Bids are due electronically by 3:00 PM EDT on September 18, 2026. An optional virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2026.
Work plan, Bid form, Insurance certificates, NC Landscape Contractor License
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Asheville Parks and Recreation Department is soliciting bids for landscape maintenance services on the French Broad Greenway under project number 298-FY27-PR-Bid-RiverfrontLandscape.
The scope covers the public parking lot and trailhead at 162 Craven Street, Wilma Dykman Greenway, and 8 River Arts Place & Parking Lot. Required services include weekly visits (April-October), semi-monthly visits (November-March), mowing, blowing, weed control, mulching, litter pick-up, shrub and perennial care, tree pruning, fertilization, and leaf removal. Bidders must be licensed Landscape Contractors in North Carolina. The contract term is for one year with options to renew for four additional consecutive years. Bids are due electronically by 3:00 PM EDT on September 18, 2026. An optional virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Work plan
- Bid form
- Insurance certificates
- NC Landscape Contractor License
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Exhibit A: Scope of Work
- Exhibit B: Technical Specifications
- Bid Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 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]. For questions, contact Jason Crenshaw.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville in NC, 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 Jason Crenshaw at (828) 545-5718. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Work plan, Bid form, Insurance certificates, NC Landscape Contractor License. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Asheville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Asheville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Asheville 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: Exhibit A: Scope of Work, Exhibit B: Technical Specifications, Bid Form. Review the full document from City of Asheville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.