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City of Kingsport Mowing Services RFP #2026

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Due
Feb 4, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Jan 17, 2026
Primary contact
Brent Morelock
(423) 229-9419

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Request for sealed price proposals for seasonal mowing and trimming services at various city locations, including tanks, pump houses, and lift stations. The contract period is from approximately April 2 to November 20. Proposals will be evaluated on financial structure, term, contract servicing plan, adherence to City ordinances, reference review, and past performance.

What you must deliver

Mowing and trimming services as per the scope of work.

How it's scored

Financial Structure of Proposal, Term of proposal, Contract servicing plan, City of Kingsport Code of Ordinances, Reference Review, Past Performance (if applicable).

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Summary

Request for sealed price proposals for seasonal mowing and trimming services at various city locations, including tanks, pump houses, and lift stations.

The contract period is from approximately April 2 to November 20. Proposals will be evaluated on financial structure, term, contract servicing plan, adherence to City ordinances, reference review, and past performance.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

6
  • Financial Structure of Proposal
  • Term of proposal
  • Contract servicing plan
  • City of Kingsport Code of Ordinances
  • Reference Review
  • Past Performance (if applicable)

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

Mowing and trimming services as per the scope of work.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

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  • Completed Proposal Form
  • Reference page (min. 3 references)
  • Proof of insurance
  • Completion of Conflict of Interest language
Submit to
City Hall, Conference Room 436, 4th Floor, 415 Broad Street, Kingsport, TN.
Scope location
Tanks, pump houses, and lift stations of selected areas within the City of Kingsport.

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from City of Kingsport?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 4, 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 Hall, Conference Room 436, 4th Floor, 415 Broad Street, Kingsport, TN.. For questions, contact Brent Morelock.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including City of Kingsport 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 Brent Morelock at (423) 229-9419. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mowing and trimming services as per the scope of work.. 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: "Financial Structure of Proposal, Term of proposal, Contract servicing plan, City of Kingsport Code of Ordinances, Reference Review, Past Performance (if applicable)." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kingsport?

All active and historical solicitations from City of Kingsport are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kingsport regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

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: Completed Proposal Form, Reference page (min. 3 references), Proof of insurance, Completion of Conflict of Interest language.. Review the full document from City of Kingsport for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tanks, pump houses, and lift stations of selected areas within the City of Kingsport.. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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