INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS
1. INVITATION TO BID
Finney County, Kansas (County) hereby solicits sealed bids from qualified and responsible contractors to provide mowing, trimming, edging, and grounds treatment services for designated County-owned facilities in accordance with the specifications set forth herein. Bid opening will be Friday, March 6 at 1:00 p.m. in the 1st Floor Conference Room at the Administration Building. 311 North 9th Street, Garden City, KS 67846.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The successful bidder (Contractor) shall provide routine grounds maintenance services including, but not limited to:
• Mowing turf areas
• Trimming and edging around buildings, sidewalks, curbs, trees, and fences
• Blowing off sidewalks, parking lots, and entrances
• Removal of grass clippings from paved surfaces
• Maintaining a neat and professional appearance
3. TERM OF CONTRACT
One (1) year commencing November 13, 2026, subject to approval by the Board of County Commissioners.
4. SERVICE SCHEDULE
Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly services from April 1, 2026, through November 13, 2026, weather permitting. County may adjust the frequency as needed.
5. GROUNDS TREATMENT REQUIREMENTS
A. Pre-Emergent Weed Control
• Spring application (April)
• Fall application (October)
B. Post-Emergent Weed Control
Applied as needed May–September to control regional weeds.
C. Fertilization Program
• Spring (May or June)
• Summer (July or August)
D. Application Standards
Licensed applicators, weather-appropriate conditions, no overspray, coordinated with County staff.
E. Documentation
Provide date, product, rate, and area treated upon request.
6. BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS
Commercial or municipal experience, proper equipment, and compliance with laws required.
7. BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Include Exhibit B, insurance, references, qualifications, equipment list, and signatures.
8. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
• $1,000,000 General Liability
• Workers’ Compensation
• Automobile Liability (if applicable)
County named as additional insured.
9. EVALUATION AND AWARD
Award based on cost, qualifications, performance, and references. County may reject any or all bids.
10. SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Time: 12:59 p.m.
Delivered to: Nolan Thill, Director of Maintenance & Special Projects
311 North 9th Street
Garden City, Kansas 67846
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11. QUESTIONS
Name: Nolan Thill
Title: Director of Maintenance & Special Projects
Phone: 620.272.3594
Email:
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12. SITE INSPECTION
Encouraged upon request.
13. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
Contractors shall comply with all laws and regulations.
14. INDEMNIFICATION
Contractors shall indemnify and hold harmless Finney County.
15. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Contractor is not an employee or agent of the County.
16. GOVERNING LAW
Kansas law governs this RFB.
17. AWARD SUBJECT TO APPROVAL
Subject to Board of County Commissioners’ approval at the March 16th Board of County Commissioners meeting at 8:30 a.m
Bid Documents and Specifications
