Village of Lombard - Specialty Landscape and Annual Planting Bed Maintenance - PWO 27-17 (2026)
Lombard village (pt.)City · Lombard village (pt.), IL- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Eric Hendrickson
- (630) 620-5740
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Village of Lombard is seeking a contractor for specialty landscape maintenance, annual planting bed maintenance, and daily trash receptacle emptying at the downtown train station. Work includes spring preparation, mulching, weeding, chemical and physical weed control on sidewalks and tree vaults, annual plant material installation for community events, shrub trimming, and leaf removal. Named assets and locations include the Village Complex, Metra Train Station, St. Charles Road, Parkside Avenue, and various municipal facilities. The contract term is for one year starting January 1, 2027, with optional renewal periods for 2028 and 2029. Bids are due by October 23, 2026, at 2:45 PM, with questions due by October 19, 2026. Requirements include a 10% bid bond, commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and an Illinois commercial pesticide applicator's license classified for Rights-of-Way and Ornamental.
Lowest responsible bidder, price, past performance, experience, ability to perform the work
SUMMARY
The Village of Lombard is seeking a contractor for specialty landscape maintenance, annual planting bed maintenance, and daily trash receptacle emptying at the downtown train station.
Work includes spring preparation, mulching, weeding, chemical and physical weed control on sidewalks and tree vaults, annual plant material installation for community events, shrub trimming, and leaf removal. Named assets and locations include the Village Complex, Metra Train Station, St. Charles Road, Parkside Avenue, and various municipal facilities. The contract term is for one year starting January 1, 2027, with optional renewal periods for 2028 and 2029. Bids are due by October 23, 2026, at 2:45 PM, with questions due by October 19, 2026. Requirements include a 10% bid bond, commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and an Illinois commercial pesticide applicator's license classified for Rights-of-Way and Ornamental.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsible bidder
- Price
- Past performance
- Experience
- Ability to perform the work
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Proposal Form
- Contractor's Certification Form
- Performance Reference Form
- Letter of surety performance bonding capability
- Proposed equipment list
- Commercial pesticide applicator's license copy
- Submit to
- Public Works Department, 1051 S Hammerschmidt Ave, Lombard, IL 60148
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Lombard, IL
- Reported agency
- Village of Lombard
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Lombard village (pt.)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Public Works Department, 1051 S Hammerschmidt Ave, Lombard, IL 60148. For questions, contact Eric Hendrickson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lombard village (pt.) in IL, 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?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
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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, price, past performance, experience, ability to perform the work" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lombard village (pt.)?
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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 October 23, 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: Bid Proposal Form, Contractor's Certification Form, Performance Reference Form, letter of surety performance bonding capability, proposed equipment list, commercial pesticide applicator's license copy. Review the full document from Lombard village (pt.) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lombard, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.