The City of Port St. Lucie has awarded a contract to Godwin's Lawn and Landscape Service, Inc. for mowing and trimming services at various city park lands. The contract, valued at $177,808.88, will commence on July 1, 2024, and terminate on June 30, 2027. The services include mowing, trimming, weeding, edging, and cleanup of swales, landscape berms, open space areas, easements, and right-of-way at each site. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, supervision, equipment, machinery, tools, materials, transportation, insurance, and all other incidentals necessary to comply with the specifications. The City reserves the right to add or delete locations as needed. Some key points of the contract include:
• The contractor must maintain a uniform height of cut consistent with the terrain.
• The contractor must use treatments for weed and growth control as approved by the Project Manager.
• The contractor must prevent damage and preserve all property associated with the work.
• The City may inspect the equipment anytime during the course of the contract.
• The contractor must deliver bi-weekly reports via email, facsimile, or in person, detailing the specific work in progress.
The contract also includes provisions for renewal, compensation, work changes, and indemnification.