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Youth & Young Adult Request for Proposal (RFP)

29:11 Academy Lawn Care & Grounds Maintenance Contract (ages 13-19)

Contract Details

  • Contract Term: 6 Months

  • Issue Date: October 29, 2025

  • Proposal Due Date: Wednesday, November 5th, 2025

  • Contact Email: kroberson@2911mentor.com

  • Organization: 29:11 Academy

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Introduction

29:11 Academy is seeking qualified lawn care and grounds maintenance providers to submit proposals for a six-month contract specifically involving youth and young adult participation (ages 13–19).

 

Purpose: This program is designed to provide youth and young adults an opportunity to grow in their profession through mentoring and hands-on experience, while maintaining multiple 29:11-owned or managed properties. All work should be supervised to ensure safety, learning, and quality maintenance outcomes.

Scope of Work

The selected contractor will be responsible for providing lawn care and maintenance services that include, but are not limited to:

 

  • Lawn mowing, edging, and trimming

  • Blowing and removal of debris from driveways, sidewalks, and porches

  • Weed control and bed maintenance

  • Bush and shrub trimming (as needed)

  • Seasonal cleanup (spring and fall)

  • General property upkeep to ensure curb appeal and safety

Service Frequency:

  • Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks), or as seasonally required

Property Locations:

  • 2017 North 15th Street

  • 1809 North 15th Street

  • 1744 North 15th Street

  • 1747 North 15th Street

  • 1826 A North 15th Street

  • 1826 B North 15th Street

  • 1846 North 15th Street

  • 1848 North 15th Street

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Proposal Requirements

Interested contractors should submit a proposal that includes the following:

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  • Company name, address, and contact information

  • Proof of insurance (liability and workers’ compensation, if applicable)

  • List of equipment to be used

  • Experience and references (minimum of two)

  • Monthly or per-visit rate (include any discounts for multiple properties)

  • Availability and flexibility (days/times of service)

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

 

  • Cost-effectiveness

  • Quality of proposed services

  • Experience and reliability

  • References and past performance

  • Coachable and willing to follow guidance

  • Availability to start immediately

Contract Duration

The initial term of the contract will be six (6) months, with the option for renewal upon satisfactory performance.

 

RFP Proposal Review: November 6th-13th

Start Date: November 15, 2025

End Date: April 30, 2026

Submission Instructions

All proposals must be submitted by Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM CST via email to:

📧 kroberson@2911mentor.com

 

Late or incomplete submissions may not be considered.

Additional Notes

  • Contractor must comply with all local regulations and safety standards, including child/youth labor laws.

  • 29:11 Academy reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to award the contract deemed most advantageous to the organization.

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