When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 5, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 28, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $250,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by City of Rockford. The work is located in Rockford, Illinois, United States.

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Drainage Areas – Embankment Turf Mowing & Maintenance

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Overview

Construction, Facilities & Maintenance

Rockford, Illinois, United StatesPosted: October 9, 2026Deadline: November 5, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Rockford is seeking bids from qualified vendors to perform mowing, tree and brush clearing, re-grading, and seeding maintenance for specified drainage areas.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of five years of experience performing the specified scope of work
Must have equipment capable of mowing slopes up to 35 degrees without damaging the vegetative layer
Must attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 21st, 2026
Must provide a bid bond for not less than 5% of the bid amount
Must provide commercial general liability, umbrella liability, and automobile liability insurance
Must have a written sexual harassment policy in accordance with state law
Must comply with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act
Must participate in apprenticeship and training programs for contracts over $50,000
Must provide a list of equipment and personnel with the bid response

BUDGET

Estimate

$50,000 – $250,000

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

Mandatory pre-bid meeting: October 21st, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

Questions due by: October 28th, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Answers to questions via addendum: October 30th, 2026

Bid opening: November 5th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 28, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City of Rockford

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Rockford is soliciting bids for embankment turf mowing and maintenance services, including tree and brush clearing, re-grading, and seeding maintenance for specified drainage areas. The work requires specialized equipment for mowing slopes up to 35 degrees. The contract term is from the date of award until December 31, 2027, with the option to extend for four additional one-year terms. Vendors must be pre-qualified for construction projects if applicable and must comply with prevailing wage requirements.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 5, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 28, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $250,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of Rockford. The work is located in Rockford, Illinois, United States.

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