City of Thousand Oaks - Landscape Maintenance Services - RFP 2027
City of Thousand OaksCity · Thousand Oaks, CA- Due
- Jan 11, 2027
- 58 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Christy Pafford
- (805) 376-5092
The 30-second brief
The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide landscape maintenance, tree maintenance, irrigation maintenance, turf care, recycling and trash disposal, weed abatement, open space landscape maintenance, and pest control and application of pesticides on a contractual basis. Services include maintaining public landscape areas, medians, parkways, trees, and facilities across Thousand Oaks, California, under a 5-year initial term with a 2-year option to extend. Proposals are due by January 11, 2027, with a pre-proposal meeting on November 19, 2026, and question deadline of December 18, 2026.
Firm History, Qualifications, and Experience; Project Understanding and Technical Approach; Cost and Compensation; Quality, Clarity, and Completeness; Acceptance of City’s Terms and Conditions
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Summary
The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide landscape maintenance, tree maintenance, irrigation maintenance, turf care, recycling and trash disposal, weed abatement, open space landscape maintenance, and pest control and application of pesticides on a contractual basis.
Services include maintaining public landscape areas, medians, parkways, trees, and facilities across Thousand Oaks, California, under a 5-year initial term with a 2-year option to extend. Proposals are due by January 11, 2027, with a pre-proposal meeting on November 19, 2026, and question deadline of December 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Firm History, Qualifications, and Experience
- Project Understanding and Technical Approach
- Cost and Compensation
- Quality, Clarity, and Completeness
- Acceptance of City’s Terms and Conditions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Non-Collusion Affidavit Form
- Levine Act Disclosure Form
- Proposal
- Cost Proposal
- W-9
REQUIRED STAFFING
6- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/toaks
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Thousand Oaks, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Thousand Oaks?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 11, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/toaks. For questions, contact Christy Pafford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Thousand Oaks 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 Christy Pafford at (805) 376-5092. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Laborer, Operator, Foreman, Irrigation Specialist, Arborist, Pest Control Technician. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Firm History, Qualifications, and Experience; Project Understanding and Technical Approach; Cost and Compensation; Quality, Clarity, and Completeness; Acceptance of City’s Terms and Conditions" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Thousand Oaks?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Thousand Oaks are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Thousand Oaks 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 11, 2027, 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 Affidavit Form, Levine Act Disclosure Form, Proposal, Cost Proposal, W-9. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Thousand Oaks for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Thousand Oaks, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
