54-TJK-05-PR28934, PROFESSIONAL LAWN AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OF REST AREAS

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a contractor to provide professional lawn and grounds maintenance services for rest areas in Granville and Warren counties. 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 responsible for providing labor, supervision, equipment, and supplies to maintain the rest areas, including lawns, plantings, and other landscaping features. The contractor must have a current and valid North Carolina Ground Applicator Pesticide License and must be certified as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) contractor. • The contract will require the contractor to maintain the rest areas in a safe and aesthetically pleasing condition, with a focus on customer service and safety. • The contractor will be required to provide a detailed operations plan, including a materials list and personnel plan. • The contractor will be required to have liability insurance and worker's compensation insurance. • The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with a focus on the bidder's experience, ability to perform the work, and past performance.