Supplemental Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services at Various Parks & Recreation Locations on a Term Contract

The County of Gwinnett is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive grounds‑maintenance services—including mowing, edging, blowing, bed/island pruning, tree‑well care, pesticide application, and detailed reporting—for five park locations totaling roughly 51 acres. The work is performed on a weekly basis from March through October and on a bi‑weekly basis from November through February, with strict reporting and response‑time requirements. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; no subcontractors are permitted, and the vendor must hold specific Georgia licenses and insurance coverage. • Scope covers routine lawn care (mowing ≤ 3 in, mulching mowers only), edging, hard‑scape blowing, pruning, weed removal, and pesticide applications by licensed technicians. • Minimum staffing: 3 active crews, each with at least 3 members; all labor, tools, and equipment must be supplied by the contractor. • Mandatory reporting: weekly Property Service Reports and pesticide logs submitted within 24 hours; response to County inquiries within 4 hours during business hours. • Vendor must provide required Georgia Category 24 Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, Certified Landscape Professional certification, and meet specified insurance limits.