Pekin Community School District Lawn Care & Grounds Maintenance Services RFP 2026
Pekin Community School DistrictSchool · Packwood, IA- Due
- Mar 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dave Harper
- (641) 919-2202
The 30-second brief
Pekin Community School District (PCSD) is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for lawn care and grounds maintenance services for district properties. Services include mowing, trimming, weed control, and optional add-on services. The contract term is one year with options to renew.
Lawn care and grounds maintenance services, Proposals outlining services, Pricing, Staffing, And equipment.
Cost competitiveness, Experience and references, Quality and reliability of equipment, Ability to meet service expectations, Professionalism and completeness of proposal
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Summary
Pekin Community School District (PCSD) is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for lawn care and grounds maintenance services for district properties. Services include mowing, trimming, weed control, and optional add-on services. The contract term is one year with options to renew.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost competitiveness
- Experience and references
- Quality and reliability of equipment
- Ability to meet service expectations
- Professionalism and completeness of proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Lawn care and grounds maintenance services
- Proposals outlining services
- Pricing
- Staffing
- Equipment
- Submit to
- Packwood, Iowa
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Packwood, Iowa
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pekin Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Packwood, Iowa. For questions, contact Dave Harper.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pekin Community School District in IA, 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 Dave Harper at (641) 919-2202. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lawn care and grounds maintenance services, Proposals outlining services, Pricing, Staffing, And equipment.. 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: "Cost competitiveness, Experience and references, Quality and reliability of equipment, Ability to meet service expectations, Professionalism and completeness of proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pekin Community School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Pekin Community School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Pekin Community 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 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 Pekin Community 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: Packwood, Iowa. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.