IFB C1700 - Campus-Wide Landscape and Maintenance Services

The provided text is a Request for Proposal (RFP) document from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) for campus-wide landscape and maintenance services. Here's a summary of the key points: **Project Overview** * The project involves providing landscape and maintenance services for the FIT campus. * The RFP is open to electronic bids only, which must be submitted in PDF format to [email protected]. * The deadline for bid submission is August 19, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. **Bid Requirements** * Bidders must comply with the instructions set forth in the document. * Bidders must include all required documentation, including: + Proof of business, permits, licenses, and certifications. + Form of Bid. + Non-Collusive Bidding Certification. + Bid Analysis Form. + Contractor Reference Sheet. + Insurance coverage. + NYS DOL Certificate of Contractor Registration. + Audited or reviewed financial report for the last two years. * Bidders must provide references for at least three completed projects of similar size and scope. **Contract Terms and Conditions** * The contract will be awarded to the bidder who meets all the requirements and submits the lowest responsive bid. * The contract will include terms and conditions, such as payment bonds, performance bonds, and non-collusive bidding certification. * The contractor must comply with New York State Labor Law Section 220-I and provide proof of registration. **Evaluation Criteria** * Bidders will be evaluated based on their experience, qualifications, and bid price. * The evaluation criteria include: + Quality of work. + Site maintenance. + Scheduling. + Cooperation. + Safety standards. + Permits. + Other relevant factors. **Submission and Review** * Bids must be submitted electronically and will be reviewed by FIT. * Bidders will be notified of the bid results by the end of the bid due date. * Bid results are not official until each package has been fully reviewed.