City of Calabasas - Landscape Maintenance of Palatino Homeowners Association Zone 14 - 2026
City of CalabasasCity · Calabasas, CA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 45 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Christopher Parker
- (818) 224-1686
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Calabasas is seeking proposals for landscape maintenance services for common areas within Landscaping and Lighting Act District 22 (LLAD 22), specifically Palatino Homeowners Association Zone 14. The scope includes ongoing maintenance of parkways, median islands, slopes, turf areas, trees, shrubs, groundcover, and irrigation systems, including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, fertilizing, litter clean-up, and pest control. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, through the City's OpenGov Procurement portal. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 10, 2026. Bidders must possess a valid C-27 Contractor's license and a Maintenance Gardener Pest Control Business (MGB) License.
Landscape maintenance services for Palatino HOA Zone 14 including turf care, Shrub and vine care, Tree trimming, Weed control, And irrigation system maintenance.
Understanding the complete scope of work required, Proposed approach in completing the work on-time and within budget, Quality, clarity and responsiveness of the proposal, Qualifications and availability of key personnel, Number of years' experience with contracts of similar size, Experience performing comparable work, Demonstration of competence, Proposed costs and support information, Financial stability, Completeness / thoroughness of the response
SUMMARY
The City of Calabasas is seeking proposals for landscape maintenance services for common areas within Landscaping and Lighting Act District 22 (LLAD 22), specifically Palatino Homeowners Association Zone 14.
The scope includes ongoing maintenance of parkways, median islands, slopes, turf areas, trees, shrubs, groundcover, and irrigation systems, including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, fertilizing, litter clean-up, and pest control. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, through the City's OpenGov Procurement portal. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 10, 2026. Bidders must possess a valid C-27 Contractor's license and a Maintenance Gardener Pest Control Business (MGB) License.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Understanding the complete scope of work required
- Proposed approach in completing the work on-time and within budget
- Quality
- Clarity and responsiveness of the proposal
- Qualifications and availability of key personnel
- Number of years' experience with contracts of similar size
- Experience performing comparable work
- Demonstration of competence
- Proposed costs and support information
- Financial stability
- Completeness / thoroughness of the response
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Landscape maintenance services for Palatino HOA Zone 14 including turf care, Shrub and vine care, Tree trimming, Weed control, And irrigation system maintenance.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Faithful Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Maintenance Bond
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Workers' Compensation Insurance Certificate
- Additionally Insured Endorsement
- Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance Certificate
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofcalabasas/projects/315939
- Scope location
- Calabasas, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Calabasas?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofcalabasas/projects/315939. For questions, contact Christopher Parker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Calabasas in CA, 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 Christopher Parker at (818) 224-1686. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Landscape maintenance services for Palatino HOA Zone 14 including turf care, Shrub and vine care, Tree trimming, Weed control, And irrigation system maintenance.. 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: "Understanding the complete scope of work required, Proposed approach in completing the work on-time and within budget, Quality, clarity and responsiveness of the proposal, Qualifications and availabil..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Calabasas?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 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: Faithful Performance Bond, Payment Bond, Maintenance Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Workers' Compensation Insurance Certificate, Additionally Insured Endorsement, Public Liability and Property Damage. Review the full document from City of Calabasas for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Calabasas, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.