City of Santa Cruz Median Landscape & Hardscape Maintenance Program RFP No. PR-0247
- Due
- Jul 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- BJ Dericco
- (831) 420-5519
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department is soliciting proposals for a median maintenance program under RFP No. PR-0247. The scope involves maintaining approximately 13 miles of landscaped and hardscaped street medians, including roundabouts, within city limits. Specific tasks include weed control, litter and debris removal, mulching, pruning/trimming, irrigation observation and minor adjustments, hardscape cleaning, seasonal planting, and replacements. Contractors must provide traffic control per CA MUTCD and adhere to CLCA standards, UC IPM guidelines, and California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) requirements. Proposals are due by July 17, 2026, at the City's submission location in Room 201 of 809 Center St.
Record-Keeping, IPM Reporting
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Summary
The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department is soliciting proposals for a median maintenance program under RFP No.
PR-0247. The scope involves maintaining approximately 13 miles of landscaped and hardscaped street medians, including roundabouts, within city limits. Specific tasks include weed control, litter and debris removal, mulching, pruning/trimming, irrigation observation and minor adjustments, hardscape cleaning, seasonal planting, and replacements. Contractors must provide traffic control per CA MUTCD and adhere to CLCA standards, UC IPM guidelines, and California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) requirements. Proposals are due by July 17, 2026, at the City's submission location in Room 201 of 809 Center St.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Record-Keeping, IPM Reporting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Performance Standards and Qualifications evidence
- Submit to
- 809 Center St., Room 201, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Cruz?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 17, 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: 809 Center St., Room 201, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For questions, contact BJ Dericco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Cruz in CA, 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 BJ Dericco at (831) 420-5519. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Record-Keeping, IPM Reporting. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Cruz?
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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: Performance Standards and Qualifications evidence. Review the full document from City of Santa Cruz for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.