STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Core
AGENDA DATE: April 9, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): Citywide
DEPARTMENT: Office of Procurement Services
EXECUTIVE: Donzell Gipson
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a three-year service price agreement for grounds maintenance services for the Library - BrightView Landscape Services, Inc., most advantageous proposer of seven - Estimated amount of $1,034,140.32 - Financing: General Fund (subject to annual appropriations)
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BACKGROUND
This action does not encumber funds; the purpose of a service price agreement is to establish firm pricing for services, for a specific term, which are ordered on an as needed basis according to annual budgetary appropriations. The estimated amount is intended as guidance rather than a cap on spending under the agreement, so that actual need combined with the amount budgeted will determine the amount spent under this agreement.
This service price agreement will provide for grounds maintenance services for the Library. The services will include mowing, trimming, weeding, fertilization, pest control, leaf, and litter removal at branch libraries and the Central Library. Mowing cycles range from 14 to 30 days year-round depending on seasonal needs, with leaf and litter removal conducted routinely. Additionally, this agreement will allow for irrigation adjustments and inspections plus sod, erosion, and rut repair services.
A four-member committee from the following departments reviewed and evaluated the qualifications:
* Library (2)
* Park & Recreation Department (1)
* Office of Procurement Services (1)*
*The Office of Procurement Services evaluated cost and local preference, if applicable.
The committee selected the successful respondent on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications under the following criteria:
* Cost and time frame 30 points
* Experience 25 points
* Approach 25 points
* Business and Inclusion D...
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