Hancock County Schools Lawn Maintenance Bid 2026-2027
- Due
- Feb 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Josh Scherrer
- (270) 927-6914
The 30-second brief
The Hancock County Board of Education is soliciting written sealed bids for lawn maintenance services for the 2026-2027 period, specifically from March 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The scope of work includes mowing lawns, edging sidewalks, trimming obstacles (ditches, fences, light poles, playgrounds), blowing debris from hard surfaces, and herbicide spraying. Specific locations include the Central Office/Maintenance, Hancock County High and Middle Schools, North and South Hancock Elementary Schools, and the Lewisport Shopping Center. Bidders must provide proof of Worker's Compensation and $1,000,000 in liability insurance, and must possess a Certificate of Training for herbicide application. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. on February 19, 2026, at the Board of Education office in Hawesville, KY.
Lowest bid price, lowest evaluated bid price, bidders qualification, bidders previous performance
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Summary
The Hancock County Board of Education is soliciting written sealed bids for lawn maintenance services for the 2026-2027 period, specifically from March 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
The scope of work includes mowing lawns, edging sidewalks, trimming obstacles (ditches, fences, light poles, playgrounds), blowing debris from hard surfaces, and herbicide spraying. Specific locations include the Central Office/Maintenance, Hancock County High and Middle Schools, North and South Hancock Elementary Schools, and the Lewisport Shopping Center. Bidders must provide proof of Worker's Compensation and $1,000,000 in liability insurance, and must possess a Certificate of Training for herbicide application. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. on February 19, 2026, at the Board of Education office in Hawesville, KY.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest bid price
- Lowest evaluated bid price
- Bidders qualification
- Bidders previous performance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid Form
- Certification of insurance
- Certificate of Training for herbicide application
- Submit to
- 83 State Route 3543, Hawesville, Kentucky 42348
- Scope location
- Hawesville, KY
- Reported agency
- Hancock County Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Hancock County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 83 State Route 3543, Hawesville, Kentucky 42348. For questions, contact Josh Scherrer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Hancock County School District in KY, 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 Josh Scherrer at (270) 927-6914. 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: "Lowest bid price, lowest evaluated bid price, bidders qualification, bidders previous performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hancock County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hancock County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hancock County School District 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: Bid Form, Certification of insurance, Certificate of Training for herbicide application. Review the full document from Hancock County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hawesville, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.