Southern University Landscape and Ground Lawn Care Service Bid 10358 - 2026
Southern University And A & M CollegeHigher Ed · Baton Rouge, LA- Due
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Linda Antoine
- (225) 771-2804
The 30-second brief
Southern University and A&M College is soliciting bids for Bid Number 10358 to provide landscape and ground lawn care services for the Southern University Agricultural Research & Extension Center (SU Ag Center) on the Baton Rouge Campus. The scope includes weekly lawn mowing, edging, blowing, tree/shrub pruning, fertilizer application, weed eating, and flower bed upkeep across multiple campus locations including Finance, Greenhouse Complex, A.O. Williams Hall, and various farm/lab sites. The contract term is from August 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options for two 12-month renewals. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for August 4, 2026. Bidders must have at least three years of experience in an agricultural setting and carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance. Bids are due by 10:30 AM on August 21, 2026.
Bid forms, Proof of insurance, Business license, List of workers, List of experiences, Signed site visit statement
Compliance with specifications, Price per cut, Experience requirements
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Summary
Southern University and A&M College is soliciting bids for Bid Number 10358 to provide landscape and ground lawn care services for the Southern University Agricultural Research & Extension Center (SU Ag Center) on the Baton Rouge Campus.
The scope includes weekly lawn mowing, edging, blowing, tree/shrub pruning, fertilizer application, weed eating, and flower bed upkeep across multiple campus locations including Finance, Greenhouse Complex, A.O. Williams Hall, and various farm/lab sites. The contract term is from August 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options for two 12-month renewals. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for August 4, 2026. Bidders must have at least three years of experience in an agricultural setting and carry a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance. Bids are due by 10:30 AM on August 21, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Compliance with specifications
- Price per cut
- Experience requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bid forms
- Proof of insurance
- Business license
- List of workers
- List of experiences
- Signed site visit statement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Form SU 004
- Bid Form SU 006
- Signature Authority Document
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Southern University Purchasing Department, J. S. Clark Adm. Bldg. Annex, 1st Floor, Baton Rouge, LA 70813
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Reported agency
- Southern University and A&M College
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Southern University And A & M College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 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: Southern University Purchasing Department, J. S. Clark Adm. Bldg. Annex, 1st Floor, Baton Rouge, LA 70813. For questions, contact Linda Antoine.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Southern University And A & M College in LA, 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 Linda Antoine at (225) 771-2804. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid forms, Proof of insurance, Business license, List of workers, List of experiences, Signed site visit statement. 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: "Compliance with specifications, Price per cut, Experience requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southern University And A & M College?
All active and historical solicitations from Southern University And A & M College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Southern University And A & M College 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: Bid Form SU 004, Bid Form SU 006, Signature Authority Document, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Southern University And A & M College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Baton Rouge, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.