City of Franklin - Mowing Services for City Parks - Solicitation No. 2027-009 (2026)
City of FranklinCity · Franklin, TN- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Wesley Wright
- (615) 550-6692
The 30-second brief
The City of Franklin, TN is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive mowing and grounds maintenance services for designated City parks, greenways, trails, and municipal lots under Solicitation No. 2027-009. The scope of work involves recurring turf maintenance including mowing, edging of sidewalks and curbs, string-trimming around obstacles, litter removal, and clipping clean-up across ten weekly locations and twelve bi-weekly locations such as The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, Liberty Park, and Jim Warren Park. Services are required during the active growing season from mid-March to mid-November for a three-year contract term with two one-year extension options. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, with a pre-response conference scheduled for October 14, 2026, and written questions due by October 16, 2026. Contractors must hold a valid State of Tennessee contractor license (BC, BC-B, BC-b(sm), or BC-29) and provide required insurance coverage including $1,000,000 commercial general liability. Evaluation is based on price (40 points), experience and past performance (25 points), equipment, capacity, and staffing (20 points), and scheduling, responsiveness, and communication (15 points).
Price (40 points), Experience and Past Performance (25 points), Equipment, Capacity, and Staffing (20 points), Scheduling, Responsiveness, and Communication (15 points)
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Summary
The City of Franklin, TN is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive mowing and grounds maintenance services for designated City parks, greenways, trails, and municipal lots under Solicitation No. 2027-009.
The scope of work involves recurring turf maintenance including mowing, edging of sidewalks and curbs, string-trimming around obstacles, litter removal, and clipping clean-up across ten weekly locations and twelve bi-weekly locations such as The Park at Harlinsdale Farm, Liberty Park, and Jim Warren Park. Services are required during the active growing season from mid-March to mid-November for a three-year contract term with two one-year extension options. Proposals are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, with a pre-response conference scheduled for October 14, 2026, and written questions due by October 16, 2026. Contractors must hold a valid State of Tennessee contractor license (BC, BC-B, BC-b(sm), or BC-29) and provide required insurance coverage including $1,000,000 commercial general liability. Evaluation is based on price (40 points), experience and past performance (25 points), equipment, capacity, and staffing (20 points), and scheduling, responsiveness, and communication (15 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Standard Terms and Conditions
- Indemnification Agreement
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Title VI Affidavit
- Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit
- Submit to
- https://franklintn.ionwave.net
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Franklin, TN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Franklin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://franklintn.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Wesley Wright.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Franklin in TN, 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 Wesley Wright at (615) 550-6692. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price (40 points), Experience and Past Performance (25 points), Equipment, Capacity, and Staffing (20 points), Scheduling, Responsiveness, and Communication (15 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Franklin?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Franklin are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Franklin 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.
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: Standard Terms and Conditions, Indemnification Agreement, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Title VI Affidavit, Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit. Review the full document from City of Franklin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Franklin, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.