Lake County Lawn Maintenance Services Invitation to Bid - 26-916
Lake CountyCounty · Tavares, FL- Due
- Aug 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Bill Ponko
- (352) 343-9839
The 30-second brief
Lake County, Florida invites sealed competitive bids to supply lawn maintenance services under solicitation number 26-916. Vendors shall submit responses through the solicitation response portal by the closing date of 2026-08-11 at 3:00 P.M. Eastern. The last day for questions or requests for exceptions is 07/28/2026. Submittal requirements include Attachment 1 Submittal Form, proof of Sunbiz.org registration, completed W-9 form, signed addenda, Attachment 2 Affidavit of Compliance with Florida and Federal Law, Attachment 3 Pricing Sheet, Attachment 4 Reference Form, Attachment 5 Equipment List Form, insurance proof, and any required licenses.
Total Cost, Delivery, Past Performance, Compliance with all technical requirements, Financial Stability, Any additional submittal requirements
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Summary
Lake County, Florida invites sealed competitive bids to supply lawn maintenance services under solicitation number 26-916.
Vendors shall submit responses through the solicitation response portal by the closing date of 2026-08-11 at 3:00 P.M. Eastern. The last day for questions or requests for exceptions is 07/28/2026. Submittal requirements include Attachment 1 Submittal Form, proof of Sunbiz.org registration, completed W-9 form, signed addenda, Attachment 2 Affidavit of Compliance with Florida and Federal Law, Attachment 3 Pricing Sheet, Attachment 4 Reference Form, Attachment 5 Equipment List Form, insurance proof, and any required licenses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Total Cost
- Delivery
- Past Performance
- Compliance with all technical requirements
- Financial Stability
- Any additional submittal requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed Attachment 1 – Submittal Form, Proof of Sunbiz.org registration, Completed W-9 form, Completed Addenda issued, Completed Attachment 2 – Affidavit of Compliance with Florida and Federal Law, Completed Attachment 3 – Pricing Sheet, Completed Attachment 4 – Reference Form, Completed Attachment 5 – Equipment List Form, Insurance proof / evidence of insurability equal to Exhibit B – Insurance Requirements, Any required licenses
- Submit to
- https://c.lakecountyfl.gov/ProcurementDocuments/26-916_26-916LawnMaintenance.docx
- Scope location
- Lake County, FL
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lake County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://c.lakecountyfl.gov/ProcurementDocuments/26-916_26-916LawnMaintenance.docx. For questions, contact Bill Ponko.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lake County in FL, 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 Bill Ponko at (352) 343-9839. 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: "Total Cost, Delivery, Past Performance, Compliance with all technical requirements, Financial Stability, Any additional submittal requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lake County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lake County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 Attachment 1 – Submittal Form, Proof of Sunbiz.org registration, Completed W-9 form, Completed Addenda issued, Completed Attachment 2 – Affidavit of Compliance with Florida and Federal Law,. Review the full document from Lake 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: Lake County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.