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Resolution to Approve a Contract with Landscaper, LLC for Mowing along Highway NC-54 and Town Properties
PURPOSE: To request Town Council approve the contract with Landscaper, LLC to provide mowing services along Highway NC-54 and grassy areas at Town Properties.
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Department
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
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Council Direction
COUNCIL DIRECTION:
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Council Direction Statement
Per Town Code Section 3-1 (b)(9)(i) the Town Council is required to approve contracts for purchases of goods or services that exceed $60,000. The proposed mowing contract exceeds the limit.
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Information
INFORMATION: In compliance with the purchasing manual, the Town released an informal Request for Bids on March 10, 2025, to provide right-of-way mowing services along Highway NC-54 and grassy areas at the following Town properties:
• 301 W Main St. (Fire Station 1, Town Hall, and Town Commons)
• 108 Bim St. (Civic Club)
• 401 Davie Rd. (Westwood Cemetery)
• 1411 Homestead Rd. (Fire Station 2)
• 306 Broad St. (Baldwin Park)
• 217 Simpson St. (Simpson Park)
• 102 Hargraves St (Children School for People Under Six)
To encourage participation minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE), staff advertised the bid opportunity on the NC HUB site.
On April 29, 2025, the Town received three bids for the mowing services. After evaluation, Landscaper, LLC submitted the lowest-cost bid. See Attachment A - FY26 Summary of Quotes for Mowing Services
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Fiscal and Staff Impact
FISCAL IMPACT: FY26 funds are budgeted in the Street & Grounds Division for this contract.
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Recommendation
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the Town Council approve the attached resolution (Attachment B) authorizing the Town to enter into a contract with Landscaper, LLC for mowing services along Highway NC-54 and grassy areas at Town Properties.
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