Snow Shoveling Government Bids & RFPs

Must have knowledge of cleaning supplies and equipment, proper methods used in cleaning work, basic hand tools and equipment used in routine building maintenance and grounds keeping work, and safe work practices. Must have the ability to clean and care for an assigned area and equipment, follow oral and written instructions, read and write at a level required for successful job performance, recognize and locate conditions which require maintenance and repair, use and care for tools used in work assignments. Must have the ability to work reliably on own initiative without close supervision ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods stoop, kneel and crouch to pick up or move objects, office equipment and furniture physical ability to lift and carry objects weighting up to 50 pounds without assistance physical ability to lift and move heavier objects with assistance normal manual dexterity and handeye coordination corrected vision and hearing to normal range good verbal communication skills abilities to use vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, shampooers, buffers, waxing equipment, grounds keeping equipment and basic hand tools. Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment and to perform duties with industry, reliability, integrity and initiative. Must adhere to confidentiality and health insurance portability and accountability act hipaa policies. Must submit and successfully pass a criminal background check if required. Must successfully pass a preemployment drug screening test. Must provide documentation of immunity to measles, and rubella, or become vaccinated with the recommended vaccines and hepatitis b vaccine. Must test for tuberculosis tb at time of hire and per cdc guidelines as required. Must have an annual health exam and a flu or exemption as required. Must be a selfstarter, well organized, and willing to learn new skills. Must possess valid drivers license, good driving record, and be insurable by the tribes insurance carrier.

Bids are due by 4:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time on June 25, 2026.

Payment terms are net 30 days.

Award will be made to the responsive and responsible supplier based on best value, with price being a measurable criterion.

Suppliers must be qualified and provide at least three references for similar services.

A penalty of 1% per month will be added to overdue payments exceeding 30 working days, unless the invoice is in dispute.

A mandatory site visit is required for each location and must be completed no later than June 12, 2026, by appointment only.

Submission of multiple bids will result in disqualification of both bids. Failure to comply with submission instructions or communicate with staff outside of the issuing officer may lead to rejection.

Vendors must have sufficient experience, expertise, insurance, and certifications to provide snow removal and landscaping services. Evidence of current and/or past experience in similar work, including contract numbers, project titles, dollar amounts, and points of contact, is required.

Proposals must be submitted not later than 11:00 a. m. , local time, on June 22, 2026. Proposals must be submitted not later than 11: 00 a. m, local time, on june 22, 2026.

The Village of Orland Park will evaluate proposals based on prices, vendors qualifications, and additional factors deemed relevant. The village of orland park will evaluate proposals based on prices, vendors qualifications, and additional factors deemed relevant.

Contractors must describe the experience of their company and involvement in similar projects, provide background information on their company's capability, and list the qualifications, licenses, and experience of personnel assigned to the engagement. describe the experience of the company and your involvement in projects of similar size and scope. . . . provide background information on your company that will permit the village to determine the capability of the vendor to meet all contractual requirements. List the abilities, qualifications, licenses and experience of the persons who would be assigned to the engagement and their experience on similar contracts.

Failure to comply with the business relationship disclosure ordinance can result in penalties. Failure to comply shall be considered a violation of the ordinance and can result in penalties.

A pre-proposal meeting is optional and details are provided for attendance. A preproposal meeting, at which attendance is optional. Meeting details, if applicable: june 2, 2026, at 10: 00am at https:teams. microsoft. commeet235891511107745pyw0kxcjvbh6yxlsalo.

All questions related to this proposal must be submitted online through BidNet Direct, no later than 12:00 p. m. local time on June 10, 2026. all questions related to this proposal must be submitted online through bidnet direct, no later than 12: 00p. m. local time on june 10, 2026.

Failure to follow submission instructions may result in rejection of the proposal. failure to follow these instructions may result in rejection of the proposal.

The PWS outlines various deadlines for submittals and work completion, such as the contractor work plan due within 10 calendar days after contract award, and key personnel CVs within 5 days after contract award. For snow events, the contractor must respond within 2 hours of notification. Specific reporting deadlines are also detailed throughout the document.

The bid notice states that if a plant damaged by trimming dies or becomes unhealthy, the contractor shall replace it with a plant of the same size and type at no additional cost to the government, providing a one-year warranty on all replacements.

The bid notice specifies that the Project Manager must have a minimum of 2 years of documented service contract management experience in grounds and snow removal operations, and the Quality Control Manager must have a minimum of 2 years of relevant quality control experience in facilities/grounds management.

The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties for non-compliance. However, it states that the contractor is responsible for all damages caused by their operations and that any practice determined to be obviously hazardous shall be immediately discontinued.