Sarasota County - Right of Way Mowing & Median Maintenance for Zone 6 South Rural - 262881AMS (2026)
Sarasota CountyCounty · Sarasota, FL- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Allison Sweeney
- (941) 861-0819
The 30-second brief
Sarasota County seeks qualified contractors for right-of-way mowing and median maintenance services in Zone 6 South Rural under solicitation IFB #262881AMS. The scope of work includes roadside, median, and stormwater facility grass mowing, string trimming, mechanical edging, litter removal and disposal, maintenance of traffic (MOT), and cleanup across county assets. The initial contract term is 3 years. Submission deadline is October 26, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate minimum qualifications including verifiable references for mowing services of 100 acres or greater per month, and hold required FDACS and FDOT certifications.
Right-of-way mowing, Median maintenance, Litter removal and disposal, Trimming, Mechanical edging, Cleanup
Lowest total bid price for Table 1
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Summary
Sarasota County seeks qualified contractors for right-of-way mowing and median maintenance services in Zone 6 South Rural under solicitation IFB #262881AMS. The scope of work includes roadside, median, and stormwater facility grass mowing, string trimming, mechanical edging, litter removal and disposal, maintenance of traffic (MOT), and cleanup across county assets.
The initial contract term is 3 years. Submission deadline is October 26, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate minimum qualifications including verifiable references for mowing services of 100 acres or greater per month, and hold required FDACS and FDOT certifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total bid price for Table 1
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Right-of-way mowing
- Median maintenance
- Litter removal and disposal
- Trimming
- Mechanical edging
- Cleanup
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Vendor Questionnaire
- Pricing Table
- Local & American Business Certification Form
- Certificates of Insurance
- Performance and Payment Bond
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov/projects/263339/document?projectId=262881AMS
- Scope location
- Sarasota, FL
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Sarasota County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov/projects/263339/document?projectId=262881AMS. For questions, contact Allison Sweeney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Sarasota 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 IFB 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 Allison Sweeney at (941) 861-0819. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Right-of-way mowing, Median maintenance, Litter removal and disposal, Trimming, Mechanical edging, Cleanup. 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 total bid price for Table 1" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sarasota County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sarasota County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sarasota 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Vendor Questionnaire, Pricing Table, Local & American Business Certification Form, Certificates of Insurance, Performance and Payment Bond. Review the full document from Sarasota 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: Sarasota, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.