On November 18, 2008, the School Board awarded ITB #8086A, Maintenance of Grounds at Various Schools (Phase I). Due to its success, as well as the costs we are avoiding in equipment purchases, equipment repair, repair parts, and fuel, the Sites and Utilities Department will be implementing Phase II to expand their efforts to further reduce spending. This bid will include all mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, and shearing at various sites throughout the district. Through employee attrition, no Hillsborough County Public Schools personnel will lose their jobs.

In an attempt to provide additional bidding opportunities to vendors, award of this contract shall be to the lowest bidder per zone, as specified in the bid, which resulted in award to one Small Business Enterprise(SBE) vendor. This recommendation has been reviewed by the Sites and Utilities Department Manager. A more detailed review of the specifications can be obtained by contacting the Procurement Department.

The initial term of this contract will be for 16 months, with four one-year renewals, subject to negotiations and mutual agreement. The Superintendent is authorized to approve the renewal agreement, per the terms of the specifications.