Town of Sidney - 2027 Sidney Recreational Facilities Mowing - Request for Bids
Town of SidneyCity · Sidney, ME- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 13 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Town of Sidney is requesting bids for grounds maintenance, specifically mowing and string trimming of the Sidney Recreational Facilities located on Recreation Drive off West River Road. The work includes mowing sports fields and surrounding areas with a bagger or vacuum system to ensure a 3.0 to 3.5 inch grass height, string trimming around fence lines, storage sheds, dugouts, bleachers, batting cages, and soccer goals, plus bush hogging the overflow parking field twice during the season. The contract duration runs from mid-April through October 31, 2027, weather permitting. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked "MOWING BID" to the Town Office by 4:30 PM on Friday, November 20, 2026, and will be publicly opened at 7:00 PM on Monday, November 23, 2026. Successful bidders must provide a W-9, Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the Town as Additional Insured, and proof of Workers' Compensation Insurance.
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Summary
The Town of Sidney is requesting bids for grounds maintenance, specifically mowing and string trimming of the Sidney Recreational Facilities located on Recreation Drive off West River Road.
The work includes mowing sports fields and surrounding areas with a bagger or vacuum system to ensure a 3.0 to 3.5 inch grass height, string trimming around fence lines, storage sheds, dugouts, bleachers, batting cages, and soccer goals, plus bush hogging the overflow parking field twice during the season. The contract duration runs from mid-April through October 31, 2027, weather permitting. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked "MOWING BID" to the Town Office by 4:30 PM on Friday, November 20, 2026, and will be publicly opened at 7:00 PM on Monday, November 23, 2026. Successful bidders must provide a W-9, Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the Town as Additional Insured, and proof of Workers' Compensation Insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- W9
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Workers Compensation Insurance
- Submit to
- Town Office, 2986 Middle Road, Sidney, ME 04330
- Scope location
- Sidney, ME
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Sidney?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Office, 2986 Middle Road, Sidney, ME 04330.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Sidney in ME, 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.
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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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Sidney?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: W9, Certificate of Liability Insurance, Workers Compensation Insurance. Review the full document from Town of Sidney for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sidney, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.