Town of Moretown - Cemetery Mowing Services RFP - 2027
Town of MoretownCity · Moretown, VT- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Sasha Elwell
- (802) 496-2901
The 30-second brief
The Town of Moretown is seeking competitive bids for grounds maintenance, landscaping, and mowing services for town cemeteries, including Mountain View, Village, Common, Fairmont, Stevens, Jonesbrook, and Beldin cemeteries. The contract period runs from May 2027 through mid-November 2030, covering approximately 95 total mowings per year across the sites plus trimming, spring debris cleaning, and trash removal. Sealed bids are due by Monday, October 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM, and must be mailed or delivered to the Moretown Town Office at 79 School Street, Moretown, VT 05660. Vendors must provide itemized pricing per mowing and per year, and the hired contractor is required to carry Worker's Compensation Insurance and a Certificate of Insurance listing the town as Loss Payee.
Mountain View Cemetery: 20 mowings, Village Cemetery: 20 mowings, Common Cemetery: 20 mowings, Fairmont Cemetery: 20 mowings, Stevens Cemetery: 5 mowings, Jonesbrook Cemetery: 5 mowings, Beldin Cemetery: 5 mowings
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Summary
The Town of Moretown is seeking competitive bids for grounds maintenance, landscaping, and mowing services for town cemeteries, including Mountain View, Village, Common, Fairmont, Stevens, Jonesbrook, and Beldin cemeteries.
The contract period runs from May 2027 through mid-November 2030, covering approximately 95 total mowings per year across the sites plus trimming, spring debris cleaning, and trash removal. Sealed bids are due by Monday, October 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM, and must be mailed or delivered to the Moretown Town Office at 79 School Street, Moretown, VT 05660. Vendors must provide itemized pricing per mowing and per year, and the hired contractor is required to carry Worker's Compensation Insurance and a Certificate of Insurance listing the town as Loss Payee.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Mountain View Cemetery: 20 mowings
- Village Cemetery: 20 mowings
- Common Cemetery: 20 mowings
- Fairmont Cemetery: 20 mowings
- Stevens Cemetery: 5 mowings
- Jonesbrook Cemetery: 5 mowings
- Beldin Cemetery: 5 mowings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance listing the Town of Moretown as Loss Payee, written contract, Workman's Compensation Insurance
- Submit to
- Moretown Town Office, 79 School Street, Moretown, Vt 05660
- Scope location
- Moretown, VT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Moretown?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 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: Moretown Town Office, 79 School Street, Moretown, Vt 05660. For questions, contact Sasha Elwell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Moretown in VT, 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 Sasha Elwell at (802) 496-2901. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mountain View Cemetery: 20 mowings, Village Cemetery: 20 mowings, Common Cemetery: 20 mowings, Fairmont Cemetery: 20 mowings, Stevens Cemetery: 5 mowings, Jonesbrook Cemetery: 5 mowings, Beldin Cemetery: 5 mowings. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Moretown?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Moretown are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Moretown 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Certificate of Insurance listing the Town of Moretown as Loss Payee, written contract, Workman's Compensation Insurance. Review the full document from Town of Moretown for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Moretown, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.