Town of Sandown Parks and Recreation Department - 2027 Mowing Season RFP
Town of SandownCity · Sandown, NH- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Becky Francis
- (603) 887-1872
The 30-second brief
The Town of Sandown Parks and Recreation Department is seeking sealed proposals for the 2027 mowing maintenance and groundskeeping of town-owned recreation facilities, including Roy L. Miller Recreation Area at 212 Main Street, Seeley Park & Beach at 306 Main Street, and Edward C. Garvey Recreation Facility at 25 Pheasant Run Drive. The work involves routine lawn mowing, turf trimming, weeding, spring clean-up with dethatching, and fall clean-up across multi-purpose athletic fields, walking areas, playgrounds, and parking lots. Contractors must be available to mow on short notice during peak youth baseball, softball, and soccer seasons from mid-April through June and September through November. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with pricing to remain in effect through December 31, 2030, and require a current certificate of insurance naming the Town as an additional insured.
Roy L. Miller Recreation Area: Miller Field Mowing and trimming Field A, B, C, Wide grassy area between fields, Basketball/pickleball area, Sloped area, Spring clean-up, Fall clean-up; Seeley Park and Beach: Mowing and trimming grass areas including sloped area along Route 121A, Spring clean-up, Fall clean-up; Edward C. Garvey Recreation Facility: Approximately 90, 000 sq ft multi-purpose field mowing and trimming, Spring clean-up, Fall clean-up
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Summary
The Town of Sandown Parks and Recreation Department is seeking sealed proposals for the 2027 mowing maintenance and groundskeeping of town-owned recreation facilities, including Roy L. Miller Recreation Area at 212 Main Street, Seeley Park & Beach at 306 Main Street, and Edward C. Garvey Recreation Facility at 25 Pheasant Run Drive.
The work involves routine lawn mowing, turf trimming, weeding, spring clean-up with dethatching, and fall clean-up across multi-purpose athletic fields, walking areas, playgrounds, and parking lots. Contractors must be available to mow on short notice during peak youth baseball, softball, and soccer seasons from mid-April through June and September through November. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with pricing to remain in effect through December 31, 2030, and require a current certificate of insurance naming the Town as an additional insured.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Roy L. Miller Recreation Area: Miller Field Mowing and trimming Field A, B, C, Wide grassy area between fields, Basketball/pickleball area, Sloped area, Spring clean-up, Fall clean-up; Seeley Park and Beach: Mowing and trimming grass areas including sloped area along Route 121A, Spring clean-up, Fall clean-up; Edward C. Garvey Recreation Facility: Approximately 90, 000 sq ft multi-purpose field mowing and trimming, Spring clean-up, Fall clean-up
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
certificate of insurance, references
- Submit to
- Sandown Parks and Recreation, PO Box 1756, Sandown, NH 03873 / 25 Pheasant Run Drive, Sandown, NH 03873
- Scope location
- Sandown, NH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Sandown?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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: Sandown Parks and Recreation, PO Box 1756, Sandown, NH 03873 / 25 Pheasant Run Drive, Sandown, NH 03873. For questions, contact Becky Francis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Sandown in NH, 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 Becky Francis at (603) 887-1872. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Roy L. Miller Recreation Area: Miller Field Mowing and trimming Field A, B, C, Wide grassy area between fields, Basketball/pickleball area, Sloped area, Spring clean-up, Fall clean-up; Seeley Park and Beach: Mowing and trimming grass areas including sloped area along Route 121A, Spring clean-up, Fal. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Sandown?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Sandown are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Sandown 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 4 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, references. Review the full document from Town of Sandown for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sandown, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.