This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Raleigh, North Carolina. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

For Lawn and Ground Services Central District 8 The intent of this Invitation for Bid (IFB) is to obtain pricing for and select a qualified Vendor to provide Lawn and Ground services for the NC Department of Transportation, Support Services Unit. The contract shall consist of an all-inclusive lawn and ground service including all reasonable and necessary labor, supervision, materials, equipment and supplies to keep the subject State lawn and grounds properly maintained. The intent of this solicitation is to award an Agency Term Contract. Bids shall be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions of this IFB and any addenda issued hereto The Contract shall have an initial term of one (1) year, beginning on the date of final Contract execution (the Effective Date). The Vendor shall begin work under the Contract within five (5) business days of the Effective Date. At the end of the Contracts initial term, the State shall have the option, in its sole discretion, to renew the Contract on the same terms and conditions for up to two (2) additional one (1) year terms. The State will give the Vendor written notice of its intent to exercise each option no later than fifteen (15) days before the end of the Contracts then-current term. In addition to any optional renewal terms, and with the Vendors concurrence, the State reserves the right to extend the Contract after the last active term. Direct all inquiries concerning this IFB to: Carolyn Pittman Procurement Specialist II Email: cdpittman1@ncdot.gov Phone: 919-707-2631 Offer shall be valid for at least 180 days from date of bid opening, unless otherwise stated here: ______ days, or if extended by mutual agreement of the parties. Any withdrawal of this offer shall be made in writing, effective upon receipt by the agency issuing this IFB If your bid is accepted, all provisions of this IFB, along with the written results of any negotiations, shall constitute the written agreement between the parties (Contract). The NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS are incorporated herein and shall apply. Depending upon the Goods or Services being offered, other terms and conditions may apply, as mutually agreed.