City of Brookings - Brookings City & County Lawn and Snow Removal Services - 2026-028
City of BrookingsCity · Brookings, SD- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jared Thomas
- (605) 692-6629
The 30-second brief
The City of Brookings and Brookings County are requesting sealed bids for lawn care and snow removal services across four municipal and county facilities: Brookings City & County Government Center, County Courthouse, Brookings Public Library, and Public Safety Building. Scope of work includes lawn mowing, snow removal, landscape maintenance, edging, aerating, fertilizing, weed spraying, and sand/ice melt application. Total maintained areas encompass approximately 120,000 sq ft of lawn, 130,000 sq ft of parking lots, and 6,500 linear feet of sidewalk. The contract term spans from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2029, with an option to extend for one additional year through 2030. Bids are due by November 24, 2026, at 1:30 PM CST at the City Clerk's Office. Bidders must hold applicable South Dakota tax licenses.
All bidders are required to hold all applicable South Dakota tax licenses.
Cost proposed, accuracy and completeness of proposal, reference checks, ability to perform contract requirements
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Summary
The City of Brookings and Brookings County are requesting sealed bids for lawn care and snow removal services across four municipal and county facilities: Brookings City & County Government Center, County Courthouse, Brookings Public Library, and Public Safety Building.
Scope of work includes lawn mowing, snow removal, landscape maintenance, edging, aerating, fertilizing, weed spraying, and sand/ice melt application. Total maintained areas encompass approximately 120,000 sq ft of lawn, 130,000 sq ft of parking lots, and 6,500 linear feet of sidewalk. The contract term spans from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2029, with an option to extend for one additional year through 2030. Bids are due by November 24, 2026, at 1:30 PM CST at the City Clerk's Office. Bidders must hold applicable South Dakota tax licenses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Cost proposed
- Accuracy and completeness of proposal
- Reference checks
- Ability to perform contract requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
All bidders are required to hold all applicable South Dakota tax licenses.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- South Dakota Sales Tax Permit Number
- Signed PROPOSAL FORM
- Three references
- Submit to
- City Clerk's Office, Brookings City & County Government Center, 520 3rd St., Suite 230, Brookings, SD 57006
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Brookings, SD
- Projected sq ft
- 250,000 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Brookings?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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: City Clerk's Office, Brookings City & County Government Center, 520 3rd St., Suite 230, Brookings, SD 57006. For questions, contact Jared Thomas.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Brookings in SD, 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 Jared Thomas at (605) 692-6629. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: All bidders are required to hold all applicable South Dakota tax licenses.. 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: "Cost proposed, accuracy and completeness of proposal, reference checks, ability to perform contract requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Brookings?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Brookings are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Brookings 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 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 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: South Dakota Sales Tax Permit Number, signed PROPOSAL FORM, three references. Review the full document from City of Brookings for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Brookings, SD. The total projected area is 250000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
