County of Johnston Lawncare for Johnston County Grounds RFP 2026-12 (2026)
Johnston CountyCounty · Johnston County, NC- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Pam Radford
- (919) 989-5000
The 30-second brief
The County of Johnston is seeking proposals for lawn care and landscaping services for various county grounds, facilities, and buildings located in Smithfield, Benson, Four Oaks, Newton Grove, and Selma, North Carolina. The scope of work includes weekly to bi-weekly mowing (27 cuts per year), string trimming, mechanical edging, core aeration, fertilization, pre-emergent crabgrass control, broadleaf herbicide application, soil testing, plant bed and small tree maintenance, hand weeding, shrub pruning, brown dyed mulch application, integrated pest management, walk and curb weed spraying, leaf removal, trash and debris pickup, and quarterly maintenance of dry storm beds. The contract term is three (3) years with an option to renew for up to two (2) additional years. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM, and questions must be submitted by November 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM to Pam Radford. Required submissions include a bid form, qualifications summary, W-9 form, three account references, staff list, and certificates of liability and vehicle/mowing equipment insurance.
Contractor's understanding of assignment and ability to follow proposal instructions, experience and qualifications of the contractor, references (minimum of three account references), review of response to RFP to determine if proposal meets all criteria, relevant experience, project understanding and requirements, strength of the proposal, proposed fees
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Summary
The County of Johnston is seeking proposals for lawn care and landscaping services for various county grounds, facilities, and buildings located in Smithfield, Benson, Four Oaks, Newton Grove, and Selma, North Carolina.
The scope of work includes weekly to bi-weekly mowing (27 cuts per year), string trimming, mechanical edging, core aeration, fertilization, pre-emergent crabgrass control, broadleaf herbicide application, soil testing, plant bed and small tree maintenance, hand weeding, shrub pruning, brown dyed mulch application, integrated pest management, walk and curb weed spraying, leaf removal, trash and debris pickup, and quarterly maintenance of dry storm beds. The contract term is three (3) years with an option to renew for up to two (2) additional years. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM, and questions must be submitted by November 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM to Pam Radford. Required submissions include a bid form, qualifications summary, W-9 form, three account references, staff list, and certificates of liability and vehicle/mowing equipment insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Contractor's understanding of assignment and ability to follow proposal instructions, experience and qualifications of the contractor, references (minimum of three account references), review of response to RFP to determine if proposal meets all criteria, relevant experience, project understanding and requirements, strength of the proposal, proposed fees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Form
- Summary of experience and qualifications
- Completed W9 form
- Three account references
- List of involved staff
- Certificate of liability insurance and automobile/mowing equipment insurance
- Submit to
- Submit 1 original, 2 copies and 1 electronic copy (USB drive) to the Johnston County Finance Department, mailed to PO Box 1049, Smithfield, NC 27577 or delivered to 207 E. Johnston St., B-207, Smithfield, NC 27577
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Smithfield, NC
- Reported agency
- County of Johnston
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Johnston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Submit 1 original, 2 copies and 1 electronic copy (USB drive) to the Johnston County Finance Department, mailed to PO Box 1049, Smithfield, NC 27577 or delivered to 207 E. Johnston St., B-207, Smithfield, NC 27577. For questions, contact Pam Radford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Johnston County in NC, 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 Pam Radford at (919) 989-5000. 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: "Contractor's understanding of assignment and ability to follow proposal instructions, experience and qualifications of the contractor, references (minimum of three account references), review of respo..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Johnston County?
All active and historical solicitations from Johnston County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Johnston County 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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: Bid Form, summary of experience and qualifications, completed W9 form, three account references, list of involved staff, certificate of liability insurance and automobile/mowing equipment insurance. Review the full document from Johnston County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Smithfield, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
