Lee County Board of Education Landscaping/Mowing Service Bid 2026
Lee County SchoolsSchool · Sanford, NC- Due
- Feb 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Chris McNeill
- (919) 776-4013
The 30-second brief
The Lee County Board of Education (LCBOE) is soliciting bids for a five-year landscaping and mowing contract running from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031. The scope of work includes mowing, trimming, edging, fertilizing, and weed control for lawns, as well as maintenance of flower beds, borders, and ornamental trees/shrubs (pruning and mulching) across all school district locations. Requirements include herbicide treatments, ant treatments (Top Choice or equal), trash pickup, and background checks for all employees. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2026, at 9:00 am at the Lee County Maintenance Department. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope by February 12, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Contractors must possess a Pesticide Application License and a NC Landscape Contractor's License.
Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Certificates of Insurance
Lowest responsible responsive bidder, quality, performance, time specified, skill, judgment, integrity, financial resources
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Summary
The Lee County Board of Education (LCBOE) is soliciting bids for a five-year landscaping and mowing contract running from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031.
The scope of work includes mowing, trimming, edging, fertilizing, and weed control for lawns, as well as maintenance of flower beds, borders, and ornamental trees/shrubs (pruning and mulching) across all school district locations. Requirements include herbicide treatments, ant treatments (Top Choice or equal), trash pickup, and background checks for all employees. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2026, at 9:00 am at the Lee County Maintenance Department. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope by February 12, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Contractors must possess a Pesticide Application License and a NC Landscape Contractor's License.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Lowest responsible responsive bidder
- Quality
- Performance
- Time specified
- Skill
- Judgment
- Integrity
- Financial resources
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Certificates of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Submit to
- Lee County Maintenance Dept., 2000 Nash Street Sanford NC 27330
- Scope location
- Sanford, NC
- Reported agency
- Lee County Board of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lee County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 12, 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: Lee County Maintenance Dept., 2000 Nash Street Sanford NC 27330. For questions, contact Chris McNeill.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lee County Schools 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 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 Chris McNeill at (919) 776-4013. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Certificates of Insurance. 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 responsible responsive bidder, quality, performance, time specified, skill, judgment, integrity, financial resources" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lee County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Lee County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lee County Schools 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 5 years. 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: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C. Review the full document from Lee County Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sanford, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.