City of Methuen Landscaping Maintenance for Three Parks IFB 2026
City of MethuenCity · Methuen Town, MA- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
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SUMMARY
The City of Methuen, through its Public Works Department, is soliciting bids for the landscaping maintenance of three parks: Osgood Street Park, Charles Street Park, and Grey Court Monument Park.
The contract term is for three (3) years with two (2) optional one-year extensions. Work includes general landscaping and grounds maintenance services. A mandatory pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for May 19, 2026, starting at the Osgood St. Park Gazebo. Bids must be submitted in duplicate, sealed, and delivered to the City Clerk's office. The procurement is conducted under the provisions of M.G.L., Chapter 30B. Bidders must be registered as plan holders to obtain specifications.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
IFB forms, bid deposit
- 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 June 4, 2026. 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.
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.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Methuen?
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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, bid deposit. 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.