Village of Park Forest DTPF Planting Boxes & Maintenance RFP 2026-2028 - DTPF-2/13/2026
Park Forest village (pt.)City · Park Forest village (pt.), IL- Due
- May 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Heather Jones
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Village of Park Forest is soliciting proposals for the planting, maintenance, and watering of planter boxes and pots, along with the care of shrubs, planter beds, and parking lot landscape islands for the years 2026 through 2028. The scope covers five commuter parking lots, two entry way sign planter beds, twenty Rights-of-Way (ROW) planter beds, and two LED sign bases. Specific tasks include weed and vegetation control, fertilizing, mulch cultivation, spring/fall cleanup, pruning, and trash removal. Bidders must have at least five years of experience and provide three references from similar municipal projects. A 100% performance bond and labor and material payment bond are required. Proposals are due by May 5, 2026, to the Village of Park Forest Downtown Manager.
Letter of qualifications and experience, Three references, List of equipment, List of nursery suppliers, Roles and responsibilities of supervisory staff
Business qualifications in horticulture, three referrals for similar projects, five years of business experience
SUMMARY
The Village of Park Forest is soliciting proposals for the planting, maintenance, and watering of planter boxes and pots, along with the care of shrubs, planter beds, and parking lot landscape islands for the years 2026 through 2028.
The scope covers five commuter parking lots, two entry way sign planter beds, twenty Rights-of-Way (ROW) planter beds, and two LED sign bases. Specific tasks include weed and vegetation control, fertilizing, mulch cultivation, spring/fall cleanup, pruning, and trash removal. Bidders must have at least five years of experience and provide three references from similar municipal projects. A 100% performance bond and labor and material payment bond are required. Proposals are due by May 5, 2026, to the Village of Park Forest Downtown Manager.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Business qualifications in horticulture
- Three referrals for similar projects
- Five years of business experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Letter of qualifications and experience
- Three references
- List of equipment
- List of nursery suppliers
- Roles and responsibilities of supervisory staff
- Submit to
- Village of Park Forest, Attn: DTPF, 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466
- Scope location
- Park Forest, IL
- Reported agency
- Village of Park Forest
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Park Forest village (pt.)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Village of Park Forest, Attn: DTPF, 350 Victory Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466. For questions, contact Heather Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Park Forest 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 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 Heather Jones. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of qualifications and experience, Three references, List of equipment, List of nursery suppliers, Roles and responsibilities of supervisory staff. 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: "Business qualifications in horticulture, three referrals for similar projects, five years of business experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Park Forest village (pt.)?
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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 Park Forest 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: Park Forest, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.