City of Owosso - 2026 Downtown Landscaping Services Bid - 2026
City of OwossoCity · Owosso, MI- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lizzie Fredrick
- (989) 725-0571
The 30-second brief
The City of Owosso is seeking sealed proposals for 2026 Downtown Landscaping Services. Major items include landscaping services including mowing, pruning, and weed control in downtown Owosso, covering areas such as Fountain Park, planters, landscape beds, and sidewalks from April 15, 2026 through November 15, 2026. Bids are due by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The contract requires compliance with local preference policies, proof of insurance including $1,000,000 commercial general liability and automobile liability, and submission of vendor proposals, local preference affidavits, W-9 forms, signature pages, and insurance endorsements.
Mowing Service: Trimming, Blowing grass clippings, And edging of Fountain Park; Grooming/Maintenance: Vegetation control (weeding) of landscape beds, Planters, And sidewalks; Summer Pruning: Perennials, Shrubs, And ornamental trees with debris removal & disposal; Fall Pruning: Perennials, Shrubs, And ornamental trees with debris removal & disposal; Lawn applications of fertilizer and weed control
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Summary
The City of Owosso is seeking sealed proposals for 2026 Downtown Landscaping Services.
Major items include landscaping services including mowing, pruning, and weed control in downtown Owosso, covering areas such as Fountain Park, planters, landscape beds, and sidewalks from April 15, 2026 through November 15, 2026. Bids are due by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The contract requires compliance with local preference policies, proof of insurance including $1,000,000 commercial general liability and automobile liability, and submission of vendor proposals, local preference affidavits, W-9 forms, signature pages, and insurance endorsements.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Mowing Service: Trimming, Blowing grass clippings, And edging of Fountain Park
- Grooming/Maintenance: Vegetation control (weeding) of landscape beds, Planters, And sidewalks
- Summer Pruning: Perennials, Shrubs, And ornamental trees with debris removal & disposal
- Fall Pruning: Perennials, Shrubs, And ornamental trees with debris removal & disposal
- Lawn applications of fertilizer and weed control
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Vendor Proposal
- Local Preference Affidavit
- W-9 Request for Taxpayer ID No. and Certification
- Signature Page & Legal Status/ Acknowledgement of Addendum(s)
- Insurance Endorsement
- Submit to
- Bid Coordinator, City of Owosso, 301 W. Main Street, Owosso, Michigan 48867
- Scope location
- Owosso, Michigan
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Owosso?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 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: Bid Coordinator, City of Owosso, 301 W. Main Street, Owosso, Michigan 48867. For questions, contact Lizzie Fredrick.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Owosso in MI, 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 Lizzie Fredrick at (989) 725-0571. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mowing Service: Trimming, Blowing grass clippings, And edging of Fountain Park; Grooming/Maintenance: Vegetation control (weeding) of landscape beds, Planters, And sidewalks; Summer Pruning: Perennials, Shrubs, And ornamental trees with debris removal & disposal; Fall Pruning: Perennials, Shrubs, An. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Owosso?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Owosso are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Owosso 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 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: Vendor Proposal, Local Preference Affidavit, W-9 Request for Taxpayer ID No. and Certification, Signature Page & Legal Status/ Acknowledgement of Addendum(s), Insurance Endorsement. Review the full document from City of Owosso for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Owosso, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
