Monroe County Parks Landscaping RFP

Location:	Michigan
Posted:	May 15, 2026
Due:	Jun 3, 2026
Agency:	Monroe County
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	S - Utilities and Training Services
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COUNTY OF MONROE

MICHIGAN

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL:

Monroe County Parks Landscaping

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL ISSUED:

Friday, May 15, 2026

PROPOSAL DEADLINE:

4:00 PM, Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Monroe County Finance Office

125 East Second Street

Monroe, MI 48161

MONROE COUNTY

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

125 East Second Street ⋅ Monroe, Michigan 48161-2197

Telephone: (734) 240-7250 ⋅ Fax (734) 240-7266

May 15, 2026

Dear Contractor:

The County of Monroe is accepting proposals for the provision of landscaping services at three (3)

sites: Vienna Park, Waterloo Park, and Heck Park. Interested and qualified contractors should

review the requirements outlined within this Request for Proposal.

Contractors shall submit proposals using the included Proposal Form, completed in its entirety.

The final date to submit proposals is Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Proposals

may be submitted using either of the following methods:

1. Hard Paper Copy: Submit proposals by U.S. mail, courier service or personal delivery to

Monroe County Finance Department, 2nd Floor, 125 East Second Street, Monroe,

Michigan 48161-2197. Proposals must be delivered in sealed envelopes and clearly marked

“Sealed Proposal for Parks Landscaping RFP” so that no error in opening may occur.

2. Email: Submit proposals via email as a separate Microsoft Word or PDF document

attachment to rfp@monroemi.org. Indicate in the email subject line “Sealed Proposal for

Parks Landscaping RFP” so that no error in opening may occur.

The County of Monroe reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals, to waive any

irregularities, and to make an award that it has determined to be in the best interest of the County.

Sincerely,

Andrew Kish

Operations Coordinator

MONROE COUNTY PARKS LANDSCAPING RFP

1. Summary

A. The County of Monroe (“County”) is seeking a contractor to provide landscaping

services at the following sites:

1) Vienna Park, 320 West Vienna Road, Temperance, MI 48182

2) Waterloo Park, 1030 Mulhollen Drive, Monroe, MI 48161

3) Heck Park, 1095 North Dixie Highway, Monroe, MI 48161

B. Landscaping work shall be provided in accordance with the specifications outlined in

this Request for Proposal (“RFP”). The work shall include all labor, materials,

equipment, transport, supervision, and all other items or activities necessary to

complete the project and meet the requirements of this RFP.

C. The County will fund a $2,500 per site allowance for the purchase of new plants

($7,500 total for the project). Contractors shall not include this allowance in the

proposal cost.

D. The County will fund a $200 per cubic yard allowance for the purchase of landscaping

stone. Contractors shall not include this allowance in the proposal cost.

E. Contractors are urged to visit the sites in order to familiarize themselves with all

conditions that may affect the project and execution of the work. All proposals shall

incorporate this inspection, and the submittal of a proposal automatically implies that

this examination has been completed and the contractor is thoroughly familiar with the

location, scope, nature, and character of the work and the equipment and materials

needed for all tasks that are part of the project. Project sites are available for inspection

at any time during normal park hours of operation, 7:30 AM to Dusk.

F. Each proposal shall include a proposed schedule for each site that includes dates when

the work will start and when the work will be completed. The work must be done in a

way to allow continued access to the sites. Safety barricades shall be employed and

other safety precautions shall be taken to protect visitors and employees from any

hazards related to the work.

2. Vienna Park, 320 West Vienna Road, Temperance, MI 48182

A. Park Entrance

1) Grade the area to create two (2) oval landscape structures, one (1) structure on

each side of the drive. Each structure shall be approximately 10’ by 20’,

paralleling the drive entrance and providing drainage away from the new

plants and drive.

2) Dig an 8” trench around the new oval landscape structures and fill with

compacted stone to be used as footings for new retaining block.

3) Install two rows of retaining blocks around the footings surrounding the oval

landscape structures. Blocks shall be approximately 16” L x 6” H x 12” W

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and equal to the ManorStone specification attached. Blocks shall be similar in

size, color, and texture used in the landscape structures at our Nike Park

entrance (photo attached for reference).

4) Partially fill the oval structures with quality topsoil and install a quality weed

barrier over the topsoil.

5) New plants shall be planted, fertilized, and watered in. Contractors shall

propose the best plant options suited for the site based on knowledge and

experience. The County will have final approval of plant selection, with

contractor input considered. The County will fund a $2,500 per site

allowance for the Contractor to purchase new landscape plants. Do not

include this allowance in the proposal cost.

6) Install stone to cover the interior of the oval structures, approximately 3” in

depth. Stone color will be “barn red” or similar. The County will have final

approval of stone selection. The County will fund a $200 per cubic yard

allowance for the Contractor to purchase new landscape stone. Do not

include this allowance in the proposal cost.

7) Remove the park sign from its current location (photo attached) and reinstall

within the new landscape area, in a location designated by the County.

8) Contractor shall clean up site and plant grass seed in disturbed areas.

3. Waterloo Park, 1030 Mulhollen Drive, Monroe, MI 48161

A. Park Entrance

1) Remove and dispose of existing retaining block and landscape stone

surrounding the park sign. Remove and safeguard the sign, to be reinstalled.

2) Grade the area to create two (2) oval landscape structures, one (1) on each

side of the drive. Each structure shall be approximately 10’ by 20’, paralleling

the drive entrance and providing drainage away from the new plants and

drive.

3) Dig an 8” trench around the new oval landscape structures and fill with

compacted stone to be used as footings for new retaining block.

4) Install two rows of retaining blocks around the footings surrounding the oval

landscape structures. Blocks shall be approximately 16” L x 6” H x 12” W

and equal to the ManorStone specification attached. Blocks shall be similar in

size, color, and texture used in the landscape structures at our Nike Park

entrance (photo attached for reference).

5) Partially fill the oval structures with quality topsoil and install a quality weed

barrier over the topsoil.

6) New plants shall be planted, fertilized, and watered in. Contractors shall

propose the best plant options suited for the site based on knowledge and

experience. The County will have final approval of plant selection, with

contractor input considered. The County will fund a $2,500 per site

allowance for the Contractor to purchase new landscape plants. Do not

include this allowance in the proposal cost.

7) Install stone to cover the interior of the oval structures, approximately 3” in

depth. Stone color will be “barn red” or similar. The County will have final

approval of stone selection. The County will fund a $200 per cubic yard

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allowance for the Contractor to purchase new landscape stone. Do not

include this allowance in the proposal cost.

8) Reinstall the park sign within the new landscape area, in a location designated

by the County.

9) Contractor will clean up site and plant grass seed in disturbed areas.

4. Heck Park, 1095 North Dixie Highway, Monroe, MI 48161

A. Park Entrance

1) Remove and dispose of the existing landscape steel border, stone, and plants

(including large tree) (photo attached).

2) Protect the existing memorial plaque, pole, and water and electrical systems

within the landscape structure.

3) Regrade the area to create an oval landscape structure that is approximately

10’ by 20’, paralleling the drive entrance and providing drainage away from

the new plants and drive.

4) Dig an 8” trench around the new oval landscape structure and fill with

compacted stone to be used as footings for new retaining block.

5) Install two rows of retaining blocks around the footings surrounding the oval

landscape structures. Blocks shall be approximately 16” L x 6” H x 12” W

and equal to the ManorStone specification attached. Blocks shall be similar in

size, color, and texture used in the landscape structures at our Nike Park

entrance (photo attached).

6) Partially fill the oval structure with quality topsoil and install a quality weed

barrier over the topsoil.

7) New plants shall be planted, fertilized, and watered in. Contractors shall

propose the best plant options suited for the site based on knowledge and

experience. The County will have final approval of plant selection, with

contractor input considered. The County will fund a $2,500 per site

allowance for the Contractor to purchase new landscape plants. Do not

include this allowance in the proposal cost.

8) Install stone to cover the interior of the oval structure, approximately 3” in

depth. Stone color will be “barn red” or similar. The County will have final

approval of stone selection. The County will fund a $200 per cubic yard

allowance for the Contractor to purchase new landscape stone. Do not

include this allowance in the proposal cost.

9) Contractor will clean up site and plant grass seed in disturbed areas.

B. Park Sign

1) Remove and dispose of existing landscape stone and border around the park

sign, and protect the sign from damage while work is being completed (photo

attached).

2) Dig an 8” trench around the current circular landscape structure and fill with

compacted stone to be used as footings for new retaining block.

3) Install two rows of retaining blocks around the footings surrounding the

circular structure. Blocks shall be the same type used in the entrance

landscape structure.

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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Monroe County Parks Landscaping RFP - 2026

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