Project Information

Bid Title

Lawn & Landscape Maintenance Contract

Issuing Agency

St. Lucie County Fire District

Location

Florida

Published Date

Jun 1, 2026

Closing Date

Jun 29, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

26-0601

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Project Description

Bid Number:	26-0601
Bid Title:	Lawn & Landscape Maintenance Contract
Category:	RFP's
Status:	Open

Publication Date/Time: 6/1/2026 12:50 PM Closing Date/Time: 6/29/2026 10:00 AM Related Documents: Exhibit A Scope of Work Exhibit B Site Location and Maps Exhibit C Pricing Proposal Form Exhibit D Vendor Qualification Information Sheet Exhibit E Affidavit and Signature Page RFP 26-0601

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EXHIBIT A: SCOPE OF WORK

Lawn, Grounds, and Landscape Maintenance Services

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Contractor shall provide full-service lawn, grounds, and landscape maintenance for facilities owned

and/or operated by the St. Lucie County Fire District (“Fire District”). Services shall be performed in a

professional, consistent, and proactive manner, ensuring all properties present a clean, safe, and well-

maintained appearance appropriate for public safety facilities.

Services shall be provided at twenty (20) sites at the time of solicitation, with the ability for the Fire

District to add or remove sites during the contract term as described herein.

2. SERVICE LOCATIONS

2.1 Initial service locations shall consist of twenty (20) Fire District facilities, including fire

stations, administrative facilities, and support properties.

2.2 A list of initial locations shall be included in Exhibit B – Site Locations and Field Information.

2.3 The Fire District reserves the right to add new facilities, remove existing facilities, or modify

service boundaries during the contract term.

2.4 Pricing for additional or removed sites shall be based on the Contractor’s unit pricing or per-

site pricing schedule included in the Contractor’s proposal.

2.5 No minimum or maximum number of sites is guaranteed.

2.6 SITE LOCATIONS AND FIELD VERIFICATION

The acreage, dimensions, and other site information provided by the District in Exhibit B are

approximate estimates only and are provided solely for the convenience of vendors. The

District does not guarantee the accuracy of such information.

Vendors are responsible for becoming fully familiar with the nature and extent of the work

required under this solicitation. Submission of a proposal shall constitute acknowledgment

that the vendor has investigated and satisfied itself as to the conditions affecting the services

to be performed.

Vendors are strongly encouraged to visit and inspect all sites prior to submitting a proposal to

verify field conditions, accessibility, site characteristics, workload requirements, and any

other factors that may affect the performance of the services.

3. STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE

The Contractor shall maintain all turf and landscaped areas so they:

 Appear neat, uniform, and professionally maintained

 Are free of excessive weeds, debris, litter, and overgrowth

 Do not interfere with building access, emergency operations, signage, or line-of-sight

All work shall comply with:

 Applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations

 Best management practices for commercial landscape maintenance in South Florida

4. MOWING

The Contractor shall mow all turf areas at each Fire District facility as required to maintain healthy grass

growth, prevent scalping, and provide a uniform, professional appearance appropriate for public safety

facilities.

Seasonal Mowing Frequency

Mowing services shall be performed at the following minimum frequencies:

Fast-Growing Season

(Late Spring, Summer, and Early Fall – approximately April through October)

 Mowing shall be performed once per week.

 This period is anticipated to include approximately thirty (30) weeks per year.

Slow-Growing Season

(Late Fall and Winter – approximately November through March)

 Mowing shall be performed once every two (2) weeks.

 This period is anticipated to include approximately twenty-two (22) weeks per year.

Minimum Annual Requirement

 The Contractor shall perform no fewer than forty-one (41) mowing cycles per year per site,

unless otherwise directed in writing by the Fire District.

 The minimum annual requirement is inclusive of all seasonal adjustments and shall not be

reduced for contractor convenience or cost savings.

Performance Standards

 Turf height shall be maintained in accordance with turf species and seasonal conditions.

 Grass clippings shall be evenly dispersed and shall not be left in clumps or windrows.

 Mowing shall not occur during conditions that would cause turf damage, rutting, or soil

compaction.

Weather and Missed Services

 Mowing services missed due to inclement weather shall be rescheduled and completed within

five (5) business days, weather permitting.

 Missed services shall not reduce the annual minimum number of mowing cycles required under

this contract.

5. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

5.1 Shrubs, Hedges, and Plants

 Trim shrubs, hedges, and ornamental plants as needed to maintain shape, health, and visibility.

 Prevent overgrowth that may obstruct signage, lighting, or building access.

5.2 Landscape Beds

 Maintain all landscaped beds to be free of weeds, trash, and invasive growth.

6. WEED CONTROL

 Provide manual and chemical weed control in turf areas, landscaped beds, cracks in paved

surfaces, and fence lines as needed for effective weed control management.

 Herbicides shall be applied in accordance with label instructions and applicable regulations.

7. FERTILIZATION AND TURF HEALTH

 The Contractor shall provide three (3) fertilizer applications per year. Fertilization shall occur

during periods of active turf growth and be scheduled as follows:

o Spring Application: March

o Summer Application: June

o Fall Application: October

 Fertilizer requirements:

o Slow-release nitrogen: At least 50% controlled/slow-release nitrogen

o Low or no phosphorus (P): Phosphorus only if a soil test shows deficiency

o Includes potassium (K): Supports stress tolerance and disease resistance

 All fertilizer applications shall be applied in accordance with University of Florida IFAS

recommendations, manufacturer label directions, and all applicable state and local fertilizer

ordinances.

 Contractor shall monitor turf health and notify the Fire District of disease, pest infestations, or

irrigation issues observed.

8. IRRIGATION OBSERVATION (NON-REPAIR)

 Contractor shall visually inspect irrigation systems during routine visits.

 Obvious leaks, broken heads, or malfunctions shall be reported promptly to the Fire District.

 Irrigation repairs are excluded unless specifically authorized, in writing, by the Fire District.

 All repairs, service calls, and additional work shall be billed separately upon approval.

9. DEBRIS AND DISPOSAL

 Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of all green waste and debris resulting from its

services.

 No debris may be stored or stockpiled on Fire District property.

10. SERVICE SCHEDULE

 Routine services shall generally be performed on a weekly basis, with adjustments for seasonal

growth conditions.

 Missed services due to weather shall be rescheduled promptly.

11. ADDITIONAL AND NON-ROUTINE SERVICES

 The Fire District may request additional services such as storm cleanup, special trimming, or

site-specific work.

 Such services shall be performed only upon written authorization and compensated per the

Contractor’s approved pricing schedule or negotiated pricing.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 561730Landscaping Services

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