Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance

Savannah State University is seeking a qualified supplier to provide comprehensive landscaping and grounds‑maintenance services for its main campus and auxiliary sites. The contract covers routine lawn care, plant and shrub maintenance, tree trimming, fertilization, pine‑straw and mulch application, athletic field upkeep, irrigation system inspection and repair, and emergency storm‑response services. The award will be a one‑year agency contract beginning July 1 2026, with up to four optional one‑year renewals. Bidders must submit a completed cost worksheet, tax‑compliance forms, insurance certificates, and attest to meeting all licensing, staffing, and E‑Verify requirements. • Weekly mowing, edging, and debris removal across approximately 201 acres of campus grounds. • Seasonal pine‑straw (twice yearly) and mulch (quarterly) installations, plus fertilization and pest‑control programs. • Athletic‑field maintenance, irrigation repairs within 48 hrs, and 24‑hour storm‑response debris clearance. • Minimum staffing of 10 service workers plus an on‑site supervisor, with required Georgia pesticide‑applicator license and insurance coverage.