City of New Rochelle Mowing Services RFP - Bid 5863 (2026)
City of New RochelleCity · New Rochelle, NY- Due
- Feb 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ivonne Droese-Solomon
- (914) 654-2069
The 30-second brief
The City of New Rochelle is soliciting sealed bids from qualified and experienced service providers for the mowing of boulevards, parklets, and traffic islands located throughout the City. The work includes grounds maintenance, grass mowing, litter and debris removal, Japanese knotweed cutting, and edging sidewalks, curbs, posts, and beds. Contractors are required to use electric blowers only. The contract term is one year with an option to renew for an additional three years in one-year intervals. Bids are due by February 25, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Requirements include a bid deposit of 5% of the base price bid, commercial general liability insurance of $2,000,000, automobile liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation.
Exhibit C Price Bid - Locations 1-117 Basic Requirements Per Yr, Price Per Square Foot For Additions and/or Deletions, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the Pinebrook Stream, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the Victory Blvd. Stream, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the New Rochelle High School Stream, Japanese Knotweed cutting and debris removal
Lowest responsible bidder meeting the specifications
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Summary
The City of New Rochelle is soliciting sealed bids from qualified and experienced service providers for the mowing of boulevards, parklets, and traffic islands located throughout the City.
The work includes grounds maintenance, grass mowing, litter and debris removal, Japanese knotweed cutting, and edging sidewalks, curbs, posts, and beds. Contractors are required to use electric blowers only. The contract term is one year with an option to renew for an additional three years in one-year intervals. Bids are due by February 25, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Requirements include a bid deposit of 5% of the base price bid, commercial general liability insurance of $2,000,000, automobile liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder meeting the specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Exhibit C Price Bid - Locations 1-117 Basic Requirements Per Yr, Price Per Square Foot For Additions and/or Deletions, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the Pinebrook Stream, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the Victory Blvd. Stream, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the New Rochelle High School Stream, Japanese Knotweed cutting and debris removal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid deposit
- Certificate of Insurance
- Endorsement Page (CG 20 10/CG 20 26)
- Vendor Data Section
- Compliance and Certifications
- Statement of Understanding
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Submit to
- City of New Rochelle, Department of Finance Purchasing Office, 515 North Avenue, New Rochelle, New York 10801
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- New Rochelle, NY
- Projected sq ft
- 2,436,134 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of New Rochelle?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 25, 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 of New Rochelle, Department of Finance Purchasing Office, 515 North Avenue, New Rochelle, New York 10801. For questions, contact Ivonne Droese-Solomon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of New Rochelle in NY, 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 Bid 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 Ivonne Droese-Solomon at (914) 654-2069. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Exhibit C Price Bid - Locations 1-117 Basic Requirements Per Yr, Price Per Square Foot For Additions and/or Deletions, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the Pinebrook Stream, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the Victory Blvd. Stream, Price for Two (2) Annual Cuttings for the New Rochelle Hi. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder meeting the specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of New Rochelle?
All active and historical solicitations from City of New Rochelle are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of New Rochelle 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: bid deposit, Certificate of Insurance, Endorsement Page (CG 20 10/CG 20 26), Vendor Data Section, Compliance and Certifications, Statement of Understanding, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification. Review the full document from City of New Rochelle for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Rochelle, NY. The total projected area is 2436134 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.