Trussville City Schools HTMS Lawn Care Bid 26-14 2026
Trussville City School DistrictSchool · Trussville, AL- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Brian Pharris
- (205) 228-3062
The 30-second brief
Trussville City Schools is soliciting sealed bids for lawn care and maintenance services at Hewitt-Trussville Middle School (HTMS) under Bid 26-14. The scope of work includes mowing, weed eating, edging, leaf removal, chemical fence line treatment, shrub pruning, tree maintenance, and biannual application of pine straw and mulch. The contract term is 12 months with options to renew for four additional years. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 10, 2026, at 9:00 am at the school site (5275 Trussville Clay Road). Bidders must possess a minimum of five years of experience, a City of Trussville business license, an Alabama Pesticide Applicators License, and $1 million in liability insurance. Bids are due by 9:00 am on September 17, 2026.
Bid Form, Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Form, Certificate of Insurance, Workman's compensation certificate, Alabama Pesticide Applicators License, List of educational facility references
Lowest responsible Bidder/Vendor meeting specifications, quality, conformity, purpose, delivery terms, past service, and experience
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Summary
Trussville City Schools is soliciting sealed bids for lawn care and maintenance services at Hewitt-Trussville Middle School (HTMS) under Bid 26-14.
The scope of work includes mowing, weed eating, edging, leaf removal, chemical fence line treatment, shrub pruning, tree maintenance, and biannual application of pine straw and mulch. The contract term is 12 months with options to renew for four additional years. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 10, 2026, at 9:00 am at the school site (5275 Trussville Clay Road). Bidders must possess a minimum of five years of experience, a City of Trussville business license, an Alabama Pesticide Applicators License, and $1 million in liability insurance. Bids are due by 9:00 am on September 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest responsible Bidder/Vendor meeting specifications
- Quality
- Conformity
- Purpose
- Delivery terms
- Past service
- Experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bid Form
- Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Workman's compensation certificate
- Alabama Pesticide Applicators License
- List of educational facility references
- Submit to
- 476 Main Street, Trussville, AL 35173
- Scope location
- Trussville, AL
- Reported agency
- Trussville City Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Trussville City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 476 Main Street, Trussville, AL 35173. For questions, contact Brian Pharris.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Trussville City School District in AL, 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 Brian Pharris at (205) 228-3062. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Form, Certificate of Insurance, Workman's compensation certificate, Alabama Pesticide Applicators License, List of educational facility references. 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 responsible Bidder/Vendor meeting specifications, quality, conformity, purpose, delivery terms, past service, and experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Trussville City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Trussville City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Trussville City School District 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. Review the full document from Trussville City School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Trussville, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.