Emmet County Lawn Mowing Services RFP EC-12-2025 #25 2026-2028
Town of Emmett charterCity · Battle Creek, MI- Due
- Jan 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 15, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Ryan Bauman
The 30-second brief
Emmet County is soliciting proposals for lawn mowing and weed trimming services at various locations for the 2026, 2027, and 2028 seasons. Services include maintenance of the Little Traverse Wheelway and North Western State Trail.
Three hard copies of the proposal, Fully detailed budget, List of equipment, Proof of insurance, Minority vendor certifications
Initial and Ongoing Costs, Quality of the Work, Conformity with Specifications, Past Performance, Service contracts industry standards and references
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Summary
Emmet County is soliciting proposals for lawn mowing and weed trimming services at various locations for the 2026, 2027, and 2028 seasons. Services include maintenance of the Little Traverse Wheelway and North Western State Trail.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Initial and Ongoing Costs
- Quality of the Work
- Conformity with Specifications
- Past Performance
- Service contracts industry standards and references
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Three hard copies of the proposal
- Fully detailed budget
- List of equipment
- Proof of insurance
- Minority vendor certifications
- Submit to
- Emmet County Finance Department, 200 Division Street, Suite G70, Petoskey, MI 49770
- Scope location
- Petoskey, Michigan
- Reported agency
- Emmet County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Emmett charter?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Emmet County Finance Department, 200 Division Street, Suite G70, Petoskey, MI 49770. For questions, contact Ryan Bauman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Emmett charter 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 Ryan Bauman. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Three hard copies of the proposal, Fully detailed budget, List of equipment, Proof of insurance, Minority vendor certifications. 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: "Initial and Ongoing Costs, Quality of the Work, Conformity with Specifications, Past Performance, Service contracts industry standards and references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Emmett charter?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Emmett charter are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Emmett charter 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. Review the full document from Town of Emmett charter for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Petoskey, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.