SH-13-PR28751

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a contractor to provide professional lawn and grounds maintenance services for the Madison County Rest Area/Welcome Center and Scenic Overlook. The contract includes labor, supervision, equipment, and supplies for lawn and grounds maintenance, including planted and undeveloped areas within the rest area boundaries. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining the facilities in a safe, attractive, and clean manner at all times. Key services include lawn mowing, trimming, pruning, and fertilization, as well as maintenance of planted areas, sidewalks, and parking lots. The contractor will also be responsible for removing trash and debris, and performing other tasks as necessary to maintain the rest area. • The contract will be for a period of one year, with the option to extend for up to four additional years. • The contractor will be required to have a current and valid North Carolina Ground Applicator Pesticide License. • The contractor will be required to provide proof of insurance, including liability and worker's compensation insurance. • The contractor will be required to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. • The contractor will be required to provide a performance guarantee, which will be refunded at the end of the contract period if the contractor has performed satisfactorily.