City of Santa Cruz - Median Landscape & Hardscape Maintenance Program - RFP No. PR-0333 (2026)
City of Santa CruzCity · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- BJ Dericco
- (831) 420-5519
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department seeks proposals for a median landscape and hardscape maintenance program covering approximately 13 miles of street medians and roundabouts. Services include weed control, litter removal, mulch replenishment, pruning, irrigation checks, hardscape cleaning, seasonal plantings, traffic control, record-keeping, and IPM reporting. The total annual project budget is $125,000.00, and prevailing wages apply. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting strongly encouraged and questions due by November 23, 2026.
Adherence to RFP Requirements (5%), Firm Background Information (10%), Firm Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (10%), Team Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (15%), Technical Approach and Work Plan (25%), Cost Proposal (25%), References (10%)
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Summary
The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department seeks proposals for a median landscape and hardscape maintenance program covering approximately 13 miles of street medians and roundabouts.
Services include weed control, litter removal, mulch replenishment, pruning, irrigation checks, hardscape cleaning, seasonal plantings, traffic control, record-keeping, and IPM reporting. The total annual project budget is $125,000.00, and prevailing wages apply. Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting strongly encouraged and questions due by November 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Non-Collusion Declaration
- License(s)
- Insurance
- Prevailing wage acknowledgement
- W9 form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santacruzca
- Duration
- 12 months
- 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 December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santacruzca. 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.
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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: "Adherence to RFP Requirements (5%), Firm Background Information (10%), Firm Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (10%), Team Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (15%), Technical Approach an..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Cruz?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Non-Collusion Declaration, license(s), insurance, prevailing wage acknowledgement, W9 form. 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.
