Kershaw County Comprehensive Athletic Field Turf Management - Bid # 26-135-04 (2026)
Kershaw CountyCounty · Camden, SC- Due
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rebecca Dabney
The 30-second brief
Kershaw County Parks & Recreation is soliciting competitive, sealed bids from qualified, licensed commercial turf care contractors to provide turf treatment, slow-release fertilization, weed control, and pest management for county-maintained athletic fields and park grounds under Bid # 26-135-04. The scope of work includes spring crabgrass treatment, polymer-coated slow-release fertilizer applications, pre-emergent weed control, post-emergent herbicide treatments, and ant control across facilities including Woodward Park, KC West Park, Larry Doby Park, and Bethune / Westville Park. Contractors must hold a valid South Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Category 3 - Turf and Ornamental) and provide EPA-approved products with SDS sheets. The submission deadline is 3:00 P.M., Monday, September 21, 2026, with bids to be delivered to the Kershaw County Government Center, Room 217, 515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020. Bid security of 5% and 100% performance/payment bonds are required upon award.
Spring Crabgrass Treatment, Polymer-Coated / Slow-Release Fertilizer (x2 Applications), Pre-Emergent Weed Control, Post-Emergent Herbicide (x3 Applications), Ant Control
Lowest responsive responsible bidder meeting the specifications for the total bid
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Summary
Kershaw County Parks & Recreation is soliciting competitive, sealed bids from qualified, licensed commercial turf care contractors to provide turf treatment, slow-release fertilization, weed control, and pest management for county-maintained athletic fields and park grounds under Bid # 26-135-04.
The scope of work includes spring crabgrass treatment, polymer-coated slow-release fertilizer applications, pre-emergent weed control, post-emergent herbicide treatments, and ant control across facilities including Woodward Park, KC West Park, Larry Doby Park, and Bethune / Westville Park. Contractors must hold a valid South Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Category 3 - Turf and Ornamental) and provide EPA-approved products with SDS sheets. The submission deadline is 3:00 P.M., Monday, September 21, 2026, with bids to be delivered to the Kershaw County Government Center, Room 217, 515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020. Bid security of 5% and 100% performance/payment bonds are required upon award.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive responsible bidder meeting the specifications for the total bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Spring Crabgrass Treatment
- Polymer-Coated / Slow-Release Fertilizer (x2 Applications)
- Pre-Emergent Weed Control
- Post-Emergent Herbicide (x3 Applications)
- Ant Control
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
- Submit to
- Purchasing Office, Room 217, Kershaw County Government Center, 515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020
- Scope location
- Camden, SC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Kershaw County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 21, 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: Purchasing Office, Room 217, Kershaw County Government Center, 515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020. For questions, contact Rebecca Dabney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Kershaw County in SC, 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 Rebecca Dabney. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Spring Crabgrass Treatment, Polymer-Coated / Slow-Release Fertilizer (x2 Applications), Pre-Emergent Weed Control, Post-Emergent Herbicide (x3 Applications), Ant Control. 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: "Lowest responsive responsible bidder meeting the specifications for the total bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kershaw County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kershaw County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kershaw 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 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: Company Profile & References, Itemized Fee Schedule, Proposed Treatment Schedule, Product Selection, Bid Bond (5%), W-9, Performance and Payment Bonds (100%), Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Kershaw 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: Camden, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.