City of Shelton - Mowing and Trimming Services - Invitation to Bid 2026-24 (2026)
City of SheltonCity · Shelton, CT- Due
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Bill Manion
- (203) 925-8422
The 30-second brief
The City of Shelton is seeking competitive bids for Mowing and Trimming Services across school and municipal properties including Shelton High School, Shelton Police Department, and Long Hill School. The work encompasses weekly mowing and trimming of all grounds, curbs, fence lines, and islands from mid-April 2026 through the end of September 2026, with October cuts coordinated with the parks and recreation director. Pricing is requested on a per-visit unit cost basis assuming approximately 30 services per location. Bidders must attend a non-mandatory pre-proposal site visit on April 7, 2026, submit questions by April 13, 2026, and deliver final proposals electronically via the OpenGov Procurement Portal by April 17, 2026 at 11:00 am. Requirements include prevailing wage compliance, a maximum 1.0 EMR rating, comprehensive insurance coverage, and a signed non-collusion affidavit.
1. Mow/Trim Shelton High School; 2. Mow/Trim Shelton Police Department; 3. Mow/Trim Long Hill School
Fee, experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the work safely and in conformance with all applicable laws and regulations
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Summary
The City of Shelton is seeking competitive bids for Mowing and Trimming Services across school and municipal properties including Shelton High School, Shelton Police Department, and Long Hill School.
The work encompasses weekly mowing and trimming of all grounds, curbs, fence lines, and islands from mid-April 2026 through the end of September 2026, with October cuts coordinated with the parks and recreation director. Pricing is requested on a per-visit unit cost basis assuming approximately 30 services per location. Bidders must attend a non-mandatory pre-proposal site visit on April 7, 2026, submit questions by April 13, 2026, and deliver final proposals electronically via the OpenGov Procurement Portal by April 17, 2026 at 11:00 am. Requirements include prevailing wage compliance, a maximum 1.0 EMR rating, comprehensive insurance coverage, and a signed non-collusion affidavit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Fee, experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the work safely and in conformance with all applicable laws and regulations
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1. Mow/Trim Shelton High School; 2. Mow/Trim Shelton Police Department; 3. Mow/Trim Long Hill School
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Certificate of Insurance
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Experience List of past projects
- Relevant Client list of past 3 years
- License & Certificate
- Review of Sample Agreement
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/cityofshelton
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Shelton, CT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Shelton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 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: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/cityofshelton. For questions, contact Bill Manion.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Shelton in CT, 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 Bill Manion at (203) 925-8422. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1. Mow/Trim Shelton High School; 2. Mow/Trim Shelton Police Department; 3. Mow/Trim Long Hill School. 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: "Fee, experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the work safely and in conformance with all applicable laws and regulations" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Shelton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Shelton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Shelton 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 2 years. 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: Certificate of Insurance, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Experience List of past projects, Relevant Client list of past 3 years, License & Certificate, Review of Sample Agreement. Review the full document from City of Shelton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Shelton, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.