The City of Gallatin Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for cemetery mowing services. Bids are due on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM, in a sealed envelope. The vendor will be responsible for mowing grass, trimming around tombstones and structures, and will not use weed-killing spray. A site walk appointment with Pat Townsend is required. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The contract pricing is for 1 year and may be extended for up to 3 additional years. Insurance requirements, including professional liability and workers' compensation, are mandatory. The vendor must indemnify the city and adhere to a standard of professional care. Subcontracting requires prior written consent. The agreement is subject to appropriation and availability of funds. Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act is required. A certification regarding boycott of Israel is also required.
The bid submission deadline is Monday, April 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the payment terms for the services rendered.
The bid notice does not specify any warranty requirements for the mowing services.
The city of Gallatin will award the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder meeting specifications, quality, and performance standards.
Vendors will be evaluated based on completeness of response, cost, vendor track record including references, and quality of service.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties for non-performance or breach of contract.
A vendor shall make an appointment with Pat Townsend to walk around the site to discuss expectations, indicating a mandatory preliminary visit.
The bid notice does not require the submission of samples.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid or award.
The bid notice does not provide an estimated total value for the cemetery mowing services.
