City of Tuscaloosa Grounds Maintenance – CFG Various - 9044-102026-1 (2026)
City of TuscaloosaCity · Tuscaloosa, AL- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amanda Gann
- (205) 248-5200
The 30-second brief
The City of Tuscaloosa is inviting bids for grounds maintenance services at various city locations under solicitation 9044-102026-1. The scope of work includes mowing, edging, pruning of hedges, shrubs, and trees, mulching, fertilization, application of pesticides and herbicides, removal of vines and growth from fences, and collection, removal and proper disposal of trash, litter, and debris across 46 designated locations including parks, streetscapes, medians, and facilities. Services are categorized into Table A (weekly during growing season, bi-weekly during non-growing season) and Table B (bi-weekly throughout the year). Bids are due by 2:00 PM CST on October 20, 2026. Minimum qualifications require at least five years of experience in full-time grounds maintenance services and three comparable contract references. The initial contract term is one year with automatic annual renewal options for up to two additional years, totaling a maximum of three years.
Mowing, Edging, Pruning of hedges, Shrubs, And trees, Mulching, Fertilization, Application of pesticides and herbicides, Removal of vines and growth from fences, Collection, Removal and proper disposal of trash, Litter, And debris.
Quality, conformity with specifications, purpose for which required, terms of delivery, lead time, transportation charges, dates of delivery
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Summary
The City of Tuscaloosa is inviting bids for grounds maintenance services at various city locations under solicitation 9044-102026-1.
The scope of work includes mowing, edging, pruning of hedges, shrubs, and trees, mulching, fertilization, application of pesticides and herbicides, removal of vines and growth from fences, and collection, removal and proper disposal of trash, litter, and debris across 46 designated locations including parks, streetscapes, medians, and facilities. Services are categorized into Table A (weekly during growing season, bi-weekly during non-growing season) and Table B (bi-weekly throughout the year). Bids are due by 2:00 PM CST on October 20, 2026. Minimum qualifications require at least five years of experience in full-time grounds maintenance services and three comparable contract references. The initial contract term is one year with automatic annual renewal options for up to two additional years, totaling a maximum of three years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Quality
- Conformity with specifications
- Purpose for which required
- Terms of delivery
- Lead time
- Transportation charges
- Dates of delivery
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Mowing
- Edging
- Pruning of hedges
- Shrubs
- Trees
- Mulching
- Fertilization
- Application of pesticides and herbicides
- Removal of vines and growth from fences
- Collection
- Removal and proper disposal of trash
- Litter
- Debris
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Completed Bid Forms
- Supporting documentation/technical literature
- Equipment and vehicles listing
- Minimum three (3) references
- Completed and signed IRS Form W-9
- Acknowledged addenda
- Submit to
- www.centralbidding.com
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Tuscaloosa, AL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Tuscaloosa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 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: www.centralbidding.com. For questions, contact Amanda Gann.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Tuscaloosa in AL, 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 Amanda Gann at (205) 248-5200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mowing, Edging, Pruning of hedges, Shrubs, And trees, Mulching, Fertilization, Application of pesticides and herbicides, Removal of vines and growth from fences, Collection, Removal and proper disposal of trash, Litter, And debris.. 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: "Quality, conformity with specifications, purpose for which required, terms of delivery, lead time, transportation charges, dates of delivery" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tuscaloosa?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Tuscaloosa are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tuscaloosa 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 1 year. 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: Completed Bid Forms, supporting documentation/technical literature, equipment and vehicles listing, minimum three (3) references, completed and signed IRS Form W-9, acknowledged addenda. Review the full document from City of Tuscaloosa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tuscaloosa, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.