Project Information

Bid Title

Lawn and grounds maintenance

Issuing Agency

State Government of Mississippi

Location

Mississippi

Published Date

Jun 25, 2026

Closing Date

Jun 29, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

1544-20260612102620 MSD

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Smart Number	1544-20260612102620 MSD	Advertised Date	06/25/2026 5:00 PM
RFx #	3170036065	Submission Date	06/29/2026 4:00 PM
RFx Status	Open	Major Procurement Category	PERSONNEL SERVICES NON-IT
RFx Opening Date	N/A	Sub Procurement Category	PERSONNEL SERVICE - NON-TECHNOLOGY
RFx Type	MDA - RFx
Agency	MPTAP
RFx Description	McComb School District (MSD) invites qualified lawn and grounds maintenance firms in Mississippi to submit sealed bids to provide comprehensive lawn, grounds, and athletic field maintenance services. The District anticipates entering into a contract wit

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PRODUCT CATEGORY	PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
98836	Serv RecParkGrndMain
98852	Serv RecParkLandscap

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MCCOMB SCHOOL DISTRICT

INVITATION FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED BIDS (IFB)

Lawn, Grounds, and Athletic Field Maintenance Services

Contract Term: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029

Issued pursuant to Miss. Code Ann. §31‑7‑13

MAIL OR DELIVER ALL RESPONSES TO:

McComb School District

695 Minnesota Avenue

McComb, MS 39648

1. Purpose

McComb School District (MSD) invites qualified lawn and grounds maintenance firms in Mississippi to

submit sealed bids to provide comprehensive lawn, grounds, and athletic field maintenance services.

The District anticipates entering into a contract with the lowest and best bidder upon approval by the

McComb School District Board of Trustees.

2. Method of Procurement

This solicitation is issued as a Competitive Sealed Bid pursuant to Miss. Code Ann. §31‑7‑13. Award shall

be made to the lowest and best bidder meeting all specifications and responsibility requirements.

3. Advertisement and Procurement Schedule

This IFB shall be advertised twice each week for two (2) consecutive weeks beginning Saturday, June 13,

2026 and Saturday, June 20, 2026, with advertisements running through June 26, 2026, in accordance

with Mississippi Purchasing Law.

Bid Closing and Public Opening: June 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Location: McComb School District, 695 Minnesota Avenue, McComb, MS 39648

4. Bid Submission Requirements

Bids must be submitted in a sealed package clearly marked 'Bid – Lawn, Grounds, and Athletic Field

Maintenance Services' and delivered by mail or hand delivery no later than 4:00 PM on June 29, 2026.

Electronic or emailed submissions will not be accepted.

5. Requests for Clarification / Site Appointments

All requests for clarification or site appointments must be submitted in writing no later than June 15,

2026 to the Superintendent’s Office at 695 Minnesota Ave., McComb MS 39645.

6. Qualification Requirements

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary to fully perform the

contract. Services shall be rendered a minimum of 32 times annually. Payment will be made monthly

upon invoice submission.

The Contractor shall provide Certificates of Insurance for Workers’ Compensation, General Liability, and

Automobile Liability with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence. McComb School District must

be listed as an additional insured with 30 days’ cancellation notice.

No oral changes shall be permitted. All changes must be in writing and signed by both parties.

7. Scope of Services and Locations

District Locations

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Administration Building – 695 Minnesota Avenue

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Kennedy Early Childhood Center – 207 South Myrtle Street

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Otken Elementary School – 401 Montana Avenue

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Summit Elementary School – 1201 Baldwin Street

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Higgins Middle School – 1000 Elmwood Street

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Denman Junior High School – 1211 Louisiana Avenue

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McComb High School – 310 7th Street

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Business & Technology Complex – 1003 Virginia Avenue

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Tiger Activity Complex/Alternative School – 906 Louisiana Avenue

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Summit Learning Center – 411 A St. Augustine Street

Athletic Fields

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Football Stadium Field and Stadium Grounds

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Football Practice Field

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Baseball Field (Outfield / Playing Surface)

8. Minimum Services and Standards

All mowing, trimming, cleanup, bed care, weeding, pruning, leaf removal, and fertilization shall be

performed a minimum of 32 times per year. January–March and August–December: twice monthly.

April–July: weekly.

Additional detailed standards for mowing, trimming, tree and shrub care, cleanup, plant and bed care,

weeding, pruning, leaf removal, and fertilization shall apply as outlined below:

Minimum Services and Standards (Restored Full Detail) Required Frequency / Seasonal Schedule

All mowing, trimming, clean-up, plant and bed care, weeding, mulching, pruning and leaf removal will be

performed at least 32 times each year:

• January – March and August – December: Twice per month

• April – July: Once per week

These services may be performed more often if necessary to maintain a neat appearance.

Mowing

All lawns/grass shall be mowed, edged and trimmed around obstructions according to the schedule

above and as often as necessary to maintain a neat appearance. During periods of heavy rain or

drought, the mowing frequency may be allowed to change accordingly.

Mowing direction shall be alternated to provide a uniform look to the lawns.

Trimming

• Trimming around trees, beds, fences and other fixed objects in the lawn/grass shall be performed

weekly and with each mowing.

• Trimming around sidewalks and curbs shall be performed every other mowing or as needed to

maintain a sharp edge between the concrete areas and the lawn/grass.

• All primary entrances to all locations must be trimmed without chemicals including bus loading zones.

• The contractor may use herbicide to trim/edge sidewalks, curbs and fencing with a maximum width of

two (2) inches.

• Damage to plant materials due to trimming shall be replaced by the contractor within 10 days.

Tree and Shrub Care

Trim branches from buildings. Maintain canopy. Remove dead/dying branches if possible. Report

problem trees to Maintenance Department. No tree shall be removed without consultation with and

permission from McComb School District. Large shrubs shall be maintained in similar manner.

Clean-Up

Removal of all trash prior to mowing each occurrence. Grass clippings will be removed from all hard

surfaces prior to departure each time contractor’s employees perform work at any location. All trash

and debris is to be removed from the property before departure.

Plant and Bed Care

Maintain bed configurations. Maintain a trenched edge or cleared border. Excess soil/grass shall be

removed from the property and not allowed back into the bed.

Weeding

Weeding in mulched beds shall be performed every week or as needed to maintain a neat appearance.

Physical weeding shall be the preferred method of removing unwanted plants in mulched beds, taking

care to remove the root of these plants. Chemical control only as needed. Weeds in seams and cracks of

sidewalks and curbs shall be sprayed with a broad spectrum herbicide as needed.

Pruning

Trees, shrubs and plants shall be pruned to maintain a natural appearance of the species with removal

of non-variegated stems, stray shoots, suckers and dead, damaged or diseased wood in the spring after

flowering or late summer depending on specific species requirements.

Leaf Removal

Leaves shall be removed from all locations as required.

Fertilization

Fertilize all lawns, beds and trees in accordance with species needs and agricultural best practices.

General Conditions and Provisions

1. In order to maintain a uniform appearance, all areas at any given location must be completed

within 48 hours of starting. It will be necessary for the contractor to coordinate cuttings around

school times and after hour events to avoid hazardous conditions.

2. The contractor will be responsible for any damages that may be caused to either school

property or private property during the course of execution of their duties.

3. Contractor will hold harmless and indemnify McComb School District, its employees, officers

and agents of and from any and all claims by third parties, including attorney’s fees and other

expenses.

4. The contractor shall provide a comprehensive and detailed list of all equipment that will be

utilized to fulfill this contract. The district will use this list to determine if sufficient resources

exist to properly fulfill this contract.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 561730Landscaping Services

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