This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Elk River, Minnesota. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of Elk River is seeking quotes for turf and landscape maintenance services at various locations throughout the city. The city is seeking services for the period of March 1, 2027 through November 30, 2029. Questions regarding this request for quotes shall be directed to Josh Baas, Public Works Supervisor, at jbaas@elkrivermn.gov or at 763-635-1125. A. Spring Clean-up - To be completed no later than May 15 of each year a. Removal of leaves and debris from rock, mulch and shrub beds by hand, rake or blowing; b. Removal of leaves and debris from around buildings and obstacles by hand, rake or blowing; c. Power sweeping or vacuuming of turf areas to remove leaves and debris; d. Removal of leaves from storm sewer grates and curb lines; e. Blowing or sweeping of sand and leaves from walkways and steps; f. Sweeping sand off of turf areas near drive surfaces; g. Removal of all collected debris from property for proper disposal; and; h. First Mowing. B. Summer Lawn Services - To be completed May 1 thru October 31 of each year a. Lawn Mowing - Lawns shall be mowed as necessary to maintain a well-kept appearance. Contractor to mow a once every seven (7) days with a mow height of 2.5 to 3 inches. The final fall mowing shall be to a mow height of 2 to 2.25 inches. i. Grass Clippings - The contractor shall remove excessive grass clippings wherever necessary to ensure a neat appearance after mowing. All clippings are to be removed from the site and disposed of at a proper location. ii. Nylon Cord Trimming - The contractor shall trim grasses around foundations, rocks, trees, displays, sign posts, lamp poles, and other objects every time the lawn is mowed. Care shall be taken around trees to prevent mower and weed whip damage to stems. iii. Blowing of Grass Clippings - Sidewalks, trails, patios and drive surfaces shall be blown clean of grass clippings at the time of mowing. C. Fertilizer Applications - A slow-release granular fertilizer shall be applied three (3) times a season. The fertilizer shall contain nitrogen, potassium, iron, sulfur and micronutrients and should consist of an 18-0-8 fertilizer mixture with 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet for each treatment. The first treatment shall be conducted as early as weather permits; but no later than May 15 of each year. The second treatment shall be conducted between July 1 and 15 and the third treatment conducted between September 15 and 30 of each year. D. Aeration - Turf areas shall be aerated one time each year between September 1 and October 15. Aeration shall be conducted to a minimum depth of 1.5 inches and shall be conducted in two directions. E. Herbicide Applications - One application of pre-emergent herbicide for crab grass control shall be conducted when ground temperatures reach 55 degrees but prior to ground temperatures reaching 60 degrees. Two applications of broadleaf herbicide shall be made with the first application conducted prior to June 1 and the second prior to August 30 of each year i. Untimely Rainfall - Weed control efforts that are compromised due to untimely rainfall shall be resprayed for broadleaf control at no additional cost to the city. ii. Notification of Chemical Applications - The contractor shall inform the city of chemical applications in a method to meet or exceed all state and local requirements. iii. Chemical Applicators - All chemical applicators will be licensed by the State of Minnesota; the contractor shall provide a copy of the applicators license upon request by the city. iv. Chemicals - Only EPA approved chemical products shall be used. F. Fall Clean-up - To be completed between October 15th and November 1st of each year a. Raking or blowing leaves and debris from around buildings, obstacles, and sidewalk areas; b. Raking or blowing leaves and debris from rock beds and shrub beds; c. Power sweep or vacuuming turf areas to remove leaves and debris; d. Removal of leaves from storm sewer and curb line; and e. Removal of all collected debris from property for proper disposal. Questions regarding this request for quotes shall be directed to Josh Baas, Public Works Supervisor, at jbaas@elkrivermn.gov or at 763-635-1125.