Ground Maintenance and Landscape Services

The Ellis County is seeking bids for the annual contract for providing Ground Maintenance and Landscape Services for various locations in Ellis County. The scope of work includes grounds maintenance, leaf removal, flower bed maintenance, monument site maintenance, litter control, and labor, equipment, supplies, and materials. The contractor will be required to provide enough onsite supervisory personnel to ensure proper inspection of work performed, close supervision, and technical assistance to the workforce. The contractor will also be required to have at least one certified Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Coordinator to work directly with Ellis County. The contract term will be for a period of one year, with an option to automatically renew for four one-year periods. • The locations to be serviced include but are not limited to: Ellis County Courts and Admin, Ellis County Historical Courthouse, Elections Building, Sheriff’s Office/Jail, Ellis County Farm, Ellis County JP2, Ellis County JP1, Ellis County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, Ellis County Central Building, and Field across from Courts and Admin Building. • The contractor will be required to provide a monthly inspection schedule and checklist for each area covered by this RFB. • The contractor will be required to report any damages or hazardous conditions observed during inspections. • The contractor will be required to provide clear communication between the vendor and Ellis County to determine the court schedule and to accommodate mowing schedules around scheduled Court.