Description
The Cuyahoga County Department of Public Works issued an RFP for comprehensive organic lawn‑care and weed‑control services covering dozens of county facilities. The contractor must perform four seasonal treatments at each site, use only OMRI‑approved organic products, provide a detailed site‑specific treatment plan, conduct periodic inspections, and deliver training on Integrated Pest Management for county staff. The contract is a not‑to‑exceed lump‑sum agreement, allows the County to add or delete facilities during the term, and can be terminated by the County with 30‑day written notice.
• Scope: Full property evaluation, organic fertilization, weed‑suppression, reseeding, and on‑site training.
• Requirements: OMRI‑approved products only, compliance with OSHA, County Code 602, and County Pest Ordinance; work limited to Mon‑Sat 07:00‑21:00.
• Timeline: Contract runs Aug 16 2023 – Dec 31 2024; four application windows (early summer, summer, early fall, fall).
• Evaluation: “Lowest and best” bid on a single lump‑sum; no split awards.