Project Information

Bid Title

West Des Moines Army Readiness Center Lawn Maintenance and weed spraying

Issuing Agency

State Government of Iowa

Location

Iowa

Published Date

Mar 2, 2026

Closing Date

Mar 23, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

ML265820064

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Project Description

Bid Information

Bid Number

ML265820064

Solicitation

West Des Moines Army Readiness Center Lawn Maintenance and weed spraying

Solicitation Type

Request for Quotes

County

Description

Description

The Iowa Department of Public Defense (Agency) is seeking a service provider (Contractor) to provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment necessary for lawn maintenance (mowing) and weed spraying services at the West Des Moines Readiness Center. See attachments for details.

Bids must be submitted via IMPACS.

Issuing Officer:
Carl Fisher
515-252-4558
carl.fisher@dpd.iowa.gov

Agency Information

Number

582

Name

Public Defense, Dept Of

Address 1

7105 NW 70th Ave

Address 2

Bldg 3465/W-41

City/State/Zip

Johnston, IA 50131

Contact Information

Contact Name

Philip Payton

Contact Title

Procurement Officer

Contact Email

philip.payton@dpd.iowa.gov

Contact Phone Number

(515) 252-4928

Contact Phone Extension

Contact Other Number

Contact Fax Number

Valid Dates

From

3/1/2026 9:24:00 AM

Until

3/23/2026 1:00:00 PM

Documents/Attachments

RFQ

2/27/2026 8:28:15 AM

Site Map

2/27/2026 8:28:01 AM

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Rock gardens and bordrs

Spray with weed killer/plant killer the fence line to ( pink line) so

that fence line remains clear all season. Spray with weed killer / plant

killer all rock beds (highlighted in pink above). See next page for

more details on mowing and trimming.

WDM Readiness Center

1625 National Guard Road

West Des Moines, Iowa 50265

 Spray with weed killer/plant killer the fence line to (highlighted in pink on

page 1) so that fence line remains clear all season

 Spray with weed killer plant killer all rock beds (highlighted in pink on page

1)

 Purchase and install mulch in spring of every season to that all mulch beds

have1-3” inch surface cover

o Mow and weed trim in blue area on page 1 once a week or as needed (grass

NTE 5”) –approximately 13.5 acres

 There may be weeks without rain where mowing and weed

trimming are not needed.

o Mow orange area once a month on page 1 – or as needed – grass height

NTE 12”

 On the orange area on page 1:

 It is required that there be visibility through the fence lines.

 While weed/ plant spray should take care of this, if needed the

contractor must weed wack/ trim weeds along the fence line to retain

visibility.

The contractor agrees to provide quality services so that our grounds look

professionally maintained

The contractor agrees to use industry best practices and will conduct business

compliant with all codes from all applicable jurisdictional bodies.

The contractor agrees to operate in compliance with all applicable safety laws

and codes and utilize best safe practices.

Equipment:

a. Contractor must have a minimum of (1) 60 inch or larger commercial rated mower, If

possible, provide all company equipment list

b. Mowing and trimming equipment, gas, oil and any cost of repairs are the responsibility of

Contractor.

c. All mowing, trimming, and edging equipment shall be properly maintained. Cutting blades

shall be kept sharp to minimize turf damage.

d. Equipment and supplies may NOT be stored overnight or for extended periods of time on

Iowa National Guard premises.

No mowing to be done on Saturdays or Sundays, unless written approval is obtained from

Field Engineer (FE). No mowing will be allowed on holidays or holiday weekends from 3:00

p.m. Friday to 8:00 a.m. Tuesday

Project Manager / FE

Daniel G. Smith

Construction Design Engineer

Iowa Army National Guard

Construction and Facilities Management Office

7105 NW 70th Avenue, Bldg 3535 (B61)

Johnston, Iowa 50131

O: 515.252.4485

C: 319.533.1079

Payment.

a. Invoices must be submitted to Agency WITHIN 30 DAYS from the last service date listed on

the

invoice. For example: Contractor mows 1x per week in June (June 3, 10, 17, 24); invoice must be

submitted no later than July 24th.

b. A copy of the Department of Public Defense Proof of Service Form (EXHIBIT A) must be

attached to each invoice. This form must be signed by Iowa National Guard facility

representative (site Building Manager or Field Engineer).

c. Invoices shall be submitted via hard copy (mail) or electronic (scanned image submitted via

email).

d. Billing / Remit to: dpdinvoice@dpd.iowa.gov

OR

Iowa Department of Public Defense

Building 3465(W‐41)

7105 NW 70th Ave

Johnston, IA 50131‐1824

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 561730Landscaping Services

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