Description
Gwinnett County’s Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive grounds‑maintenance services for several county parks on an annual basis, with two optional one‑year renewals. The work includes routine mowing, edging, blowing, seasonal leaf removal, hand‑weeding, limited herbicide use, tree‑well pruning, and licensed pesticide applications. Service frequency is weekly from March through October and bi‑weekly from November through February, with strict reporting requirements and a 4‑hour response window for County communications. Contractors must field at least three crews (minimum three members each), supply all equipment, maintain extensive insurance coverage, and possess a Georgia Category 24 Commercial Pesticide Applicator license.
• Scope covers mowing, edging, blowing, bed/island maintenance, pruning, and pesticide application at four primary park sites (Pinckneyville, West Gwinnett, Holcomb Bridge, Jones Bridge).
• Service schedule: 43 visits per park per year; weekly in warm months, bi‑weekly in colder months; reports due within 24 hours after each visit.
• Mandatory certifications: non‑collusion affidavit, insurance certificates, Georgia pesticide applicator license, E‑Verify, and landscape‑professional designation.
• Pricing is per‑visit; no ceiling disclosed. Contractor sets rates on Quote Schedule and may propose percentage adjustments for up to two renewal years.