Vicksburg Warren School District Lawn Maintenance Services RFP 26-27-04 - 2026
Vicksburg Warren School DistrictSchool · Vicksburg, MS- Due
- Apr 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kathy Hughes
- (601) 638-5122
The 30-second brief
The Vicksburg Warren School District is seeking proposals for lawn maintenance services across school buildings and sites in Vicksburg, Mississippi, under RFP 26-27-04. The scope of work includes regular grass cutting on a 7-10 day cycle during peak growing season and 10-14 day cycle as growing slows, weed eating, edging, blowing, spraying, trimming hedges, trees, and bushes, ground cover with pine straw or mulch, weeding flower beds, and mulching leaves and picking up debris during fall and winter. The contract is for a three-year period. Proposals are due by Monday, April 20, 2026, at 12 Noon, with a mandatory meeting and site visit walkthrough scheduled for April 14 or April 16, 2026. Contractors must provide years of relevant experience, references for large-scale lawn maintenance, and a proposed summer work plan from June to August.
Relevant experience in large scale lawn maintenance services, Size and listing of operating fleet, Cost-effectiveness and transparency of pricing, Compliance with local regulations and codes, References from previous clients, Overall scope of work per the RFP, Summer work plan
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Summary
The Vicksburg Warren School District is seeking proposals for lawn maintenance services across school buildings and sites in Vicksburg, Mississippi, under RFP 26-27-04.
The scope of work includes regular grass cutting on a 7-10 day cycle during peak growing season and 10-14 day cycle as growing slows, weed eating, edging, blowing, spraying, trimming hedges, trees, and bushes, ground cover with pine straw or mulch, weeding flower beds, and mulching leaves and picking up debris during fall and winter. The contract is for a three-year period. Proposals are due by Monday, April 20, 2026, at 12 Noon, with a mandatory meeting and site visit walkthrough scheduled for April 14 or April 16, 2026. Contractors must provide years of relevant experience, references for large-scale lawn maintenance, and a proposed summer work plan from June to August.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Relevant experience in large scale lawn maintenance services
- Size and listing of operating fleet
- Cost-effectiveness and transparency of pricing
- Compliance with local regulations and codes
- References from previous clients
- Overall scope of work per the RFP
- Summer work plan
- Submit to
- Kathy Hughes, Director of Finance, ATTN: RFP 26-27-04, 1500 Mission 66, Vicksburg, MS 39180
- Scope location
- Vicksburg, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vicksburg Warren School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 20, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Kathy Hughes, Director of Finance, ATTN: RFP 26-27-04, 1500 Mission 66, Vicksburg, MS 39180. For questions, contact Kathy Hughes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vicksburg Warren School District in MS, 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 Kathy Hughes at (601) 638-5122. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Relevant experience in large scale lawn maintenance services, Size and listing of operating fleet, Cost-effectiveness and transparency of pricing, Compliance with local regulations and codes, Referenc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vicksburg Warren School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Vicksburg Warren School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Vicksburg Warren 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 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. Review the full document from Vicksburg Warren 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: Vicksburg, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.