Arkansas Tech University (hereinafter "University") is seeking responses for
lawncare services to include mowing, line trimming, blowing and cleanup,
hedge trimming, herbicide application, and landscaping for the Russellville
campus. Services to include mowing and removal of mulching or clippings, no
windrows are allowed. Line trimming along all walks, drives, around buildings,
fences, flowerbeds, and trees. Any areas that cannot be mowed must be line
trimmed (banks and ditches.)
Scheduling: It is anticipated that the weekly lawn services will begin June 1 and
the last mowing will be October 31st subject to weather conditions. During dryer
weather the University will exercise the option to postpone mowing at particular
sites as needed. The ATU representative will determine if a weekly mowing for a
location(s) is unnecessary and adjust the schedule with the contractor. Services
will include all mowing and removal or mulching of all clippings, with no
windrows being allowed. Contractor will be required to string trim along all
walks, drives, buildings, fences, flowerbeds, and trees. Any areas that cannot be
mowed must be string trimmed (including banks and ditches). All walks, concrete
surfaces, and parking lots are to be blown off and free of debris and grass
clippings.
Herbicide spray applications are not expected to be done weekly and are to be
priced separately (page 8 ) After the initial application, all subsequent
applications will be approved by the ATU representative. The type and
concentration of herbicide will be approved by the ATU representative. The
bidder must provide all necessary licensure and follow all local, state and federal
statutes governing the applications of herbicides.
Billing will be on a monthly basis. Each bill will only include services that occurred
during the previous month. Questions deadline: March 10, 2023 4 p.m Any questions pertaining to this RFP are to be directed to Jennifer Warren, jwarren2@atu.edu, 479-968-0269
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