The City of Worcester is procuring professional landscape‑maintenance services for two Miyawaki urban‑forest sites (the Worcester Public Library parking lot and the Plumley Village Apartments). The awardee will be responsible for ongoing invasive‑weed control, mulching, irrigation inspection/repair, fence and signage upkeep, plant infill/replacement, erosion‑control measures, and periodic habitat‑enhancement tasks over a contract period from April 2026 through December 2027, with an optional third‑year renewal. The work is performed on a flat‑fee basis and requires the contractor to meet specific ecological‑landscaping qualifications and maintain weekly on‑site visits during the growing season.
• Core tasks: weed removal, compost‑mulch application, drip‑irrigation maintenance, fence/lock checks, signage replacement, and plant health monitoring.
• Required qualifications: ≥ 3 years sustainable landscaping experience, ≥ 1 year Miyawaki‑forest work, and relevant certifications (e.g., PDC, AOLCP, SITES).
• Contract terms: Lump‑sum pricing, net 45‑day payment, optional renewal for a third year, no bid or performance bonds required.