Rotary Park Mowing

The City of Hopkinsville, Kentucky is soliciting bids for the 2026 Rotary Park Mowing Project. The project involves mowing Rotary Park on Pardue Lane on a weekly cycle from April 1, 2026 to October 31, 2026. Here are the key details: **Bid Submission:** * Sealed bids must be received by 11:00 a.m. on February 24, 2026. * Bids should be sent to Mike Perry, Public Works Director, 715 South Virginia Street, Hopkinsville, Kentucky 42240. * Bids must be submitted on the attached Bid Form and signed by an authorized representative. **Contract Period:** * The contract period is from April 1, 2026 to October 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension or renewal for up to three years. **Bid Evaluation:** * Bids will be evaluated based on price per property (50%), conformance with minimum specifications (45%), and local vendor preference (5%). * The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. **Contractor Requirements:** * Contractors must have 10 years of experience in commercial mowing and provide five references. * Contractors must maintain $1,000,000 liability insurance and provide proof of workers' compensation insurance if requested. * Contractors may utilize subcontractors only with prior approval from the City. **Payment and Termination:** * The City will pay the contractor based on the bid price per property. * The contract may be terminated by either party with written notice. **Other Requirements:** * Bidders must possess a City of Hopkinsville business license prior to the official award of the contract. * Bidders must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to the bid and contract. Overall, the City of Hopkinsville is seeking a qualified contractor to provide weekly mowing services for Rotary Park from April to October 2026, with the possibility of extension or renewal.