Snow Removal and Lawncare at 6200 Park Ave.

The State of Iowa is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive snow‑removal, ice‑treatment, and lawn‑care services for its property at 6200 Park Ave., Des Moines. The contract will be awarded for an initial one‑year term, with the possibility of up to five additional one‑year extensions (maximum six years). Bidders must submit firm pricing and meet all qualification requirements; subcontractors may be used but must be disclosed and approved. • Snow and ice removal services triggered after 1 inch of snowfall, with tiered response levels (1‑3", 3.1‑6", 6.1‑9", 9.1"+) and 24‑hour response obligations. • Supplemental services include drifting‑event response (hourly), salt/sand application, and spray pre‑treatment. • Lawn‑care responsibilities (April 1 – Oct 30) covering weekly mowing with mulching blades, weed and small‑tree removal, tree and bush pruning, fertilizer/herbicide applications, and core aeration. • Contractor must be on‑call for snow events, provide a firm price for each service line item, and agree to net‑60 payment terms (no early‑payment discount unless offered). • Optional site visit scheduled for September 2, 2026; questions must be submitted by September 10, 2026.