City of Sault Ste. Marie Lawn Care Services RFP B-24-26 - Industrial Incubator & SmartZone Buildings
Town of SooCity · SAULT STE. MARIE, MI- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Nikki Radke
- (906) 632-5779
The 30-second brief
The City of Sault Ste. Marie is soliciting bids for a three-year lawn care contract (2027-2029) covering the Industrial Incubator and SmartZone Buildings. Services include mowing, trimming, and weed removal, with bids due August 7, 2026.
Fee proposal, Equipment specifications
Qualifications, goals of the City, fee schedule
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Summary
The City of Sault Ste. Marie is soliciting bids for a three-year lawn care contract (2027-2029) covering the Industrial Incubator and SmartZone Buildings. Services include mowing, trimming, and weed removal, with bids due August 7, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Qualifications
- Goals of the City
- Fee schedule
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fee proposal, Equipment specifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certification Regarding Suspension and Debarment, Bid Agreement
- Submit to
- City Clerk's Office, 225 E Portage Ave, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
- Scope location
- Sault Ste. Marie, MI
- Reported agency
- City of Sault Ste. Marie
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Soo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 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 Clerk's Office, 225 E Portage Ave, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. For questions, contact Nikki Radke.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Soo 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 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 Nikki Radke at (906) 632-5779. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fee proposal, Equipment specifications. 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: "Qualifications, goals of the City, fee schedule" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Soo?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Soo are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Soo 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Certification Regarding Suspension and Debarment, Bid Agreement. Review the full document from Town of Soo for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.