City of Methuen Landscaping Maintenance for Three Parks IFB 2026
City of MethuenCity · Methuen Town, MA- Due
- Jul 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- The City Of Methuen Has Identified A Sole Point Of Contact With Bidders For The Purpose Of This Ifb. Any Attempt To Contact Any Other City Of Methuen Employee Or To Circumvent These Procedures In Any Manner May Be Grounds For Disqualification Of The Bidder From The Procurement Process. All Questions Regarding This IFB And The Awarding Process Shall Be Directed By E-Mail No Later Than Thursday, July 2, 2026 By 12:00 Noon To .
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Methuen Public Works Department is soliciting bids for landscaping maintenance services at three locations: Osgood Street Park, Charles Street Park, and Grey Court Monument Park. The procurement is for a three-year contract term with two optional one-year extensions. Scope includes general grounds maintenance and landscaping tasks governed by M.G.L. Chapter 30B. A mandatory pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for June 30, 2026, at 9:00 AM starting at the Osgood St. Park Gazebo. Bidders must submit duplicate sealed bids to the Office of the City Clerk by July 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM. A bid deposit or bid bond is required. Questions must be submitted via email to [email protected] by July 2, 2026.
Duplicate bids, Bid deposit or bid bond
SUMMARY
The City of Methuen Public Works Department is soliciting bids for landscaping maintenance services at three locations: Osgood Street Park, Charles Street Park, and Grey Court Monument Park.
The procurement is for a three-year contract term with two optional one-year extensions. Scope includes general grounds maintenance and landscaping tasks governed by M.G.L. Chapter 30B. A mandatory pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for June 30, 2026, at 9:00 AM starting at the Osgood St. Park Gazebo. Bidders must submit duplicate sealed bids to the Office of the City Clerk by July 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM. A bid deposit or bid bond is required. Questions must be submitted via email to [email protected] by July 2, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Duplicate bids, Bid deposit or bid bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
IFB forms
- Submit to
- Office of the City Clerk, Searles Building, 41 Pleasant Street, Room 112, Methuen, MA 01844
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Methuen, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Methuen?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 13, 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: Office of the City Clerk, Searles Building, 41 Pleasant Street, Room 112, Methuen, MA 01844. For questions, contact The City Of Methuen Has Identified A Sole Point Of Contact With Bidders For The Purpose Of This Ifb. Any Attempt To Contact Any Other City Of Methuen Employee Or To Circumvent These Procedures In Any Manner May Be Grounds For Disqualification Of The Bidder From The Procurement Process. All Questions Regarding This IFB And The Awarding Process Shall Be Directed By E-Mail No Later Than Thursday, July 2, 2026 By 12:00 Noon To ..
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Methuen in MA, 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 IFB 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 The City Of Methuen Has Identified A Sole Point Of Contact With Bidders For The Purpose Of This Ifb. Any Attempt To Contact Any Other City Of Methuen Employee Or To Circumvent These Procedures In Any Manner May Be Grounds For Disqualification Of The Bidder From The Procurement Process. All Questions Regarding This IFB And The Awarding Process Shall Be Directed By E-Mail No Later Than Thursday, July 2, 2026 By 12:00 Noon To .. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Duplicate bids, Bid deposit or bid bond. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Methuen?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Methuen are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Methuen 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 IFB?
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: IFB forms. Review the full document from City of Methuen for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Methuen, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.