Grounds Maintenance - Group 13

The City of Rock Hill has awarded a contract to Southern EEZ Landscaping for grounds maintenance services, specifically for Group 13. The contract is for a term of three years, starting from July 1, 2025, and ending on June 30, 2028. The contract includes provisions for the maintenance of turf, trees, shrubs, and other landscaping elements, as well as the removal of debris and the maintenance of irrigation systems. The contract also includes a fee structure, with a total cost of $97,000.00 for the services provided. The City of Rock Hill reserves the right to terminate the contract if the company fails to perform its obligations. Some key points to note are: • The company must maintain Category 3 and Category 5 pesticide applicator licenses throughout the life of the contract. • The company will be expected to visit the site weekly to ensure areas are kept in a neat, orderly, and professional manner. • All areas are to be maintained in a professional manner, following recommended horticultural practices. • The company is responsible for removing all debris, including leaves and trash, on a weekly basis. • The company must provide a plant list of dead or missing plants per group by December 1st of each year. • The City of Rock Hill will be responsible for signage, fence repair, water and irrigation pipe repairs, and backflow preventer tests. The contract also includes provisions for insurance, with the company required to maintain commercial general liability insurance, automobile liability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance. The City of Rock Hill is listed as an additional insured on the company's insurance policies.