CFS Head Start RFP: Landscaping & Snow Removal
The Center for Family Services (CFS) Head Start, herein, details a REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPING AND SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES. CFS Head Start has the express right to reject any and all proposals. CFS Head Start, serving the City of Camden, Camden County and Burlington County, is an equal opportunity employer. The complete RFP may be requested by emailjoseph.flood@centerffs.org or also found at www.centerffs.org. Bids must be received no later than 5:00 PM on June 5th, 2026.
Scope of Work:
Lawn Care
-24 weekly cuts a year per site. This includes bagging grass clippings, weed whacking, edging, cleaning debris.
-Removal of trash and debris exterior to the building at the time lawn service is initiated. This need will be greater at some locations than others. The removal of litter is mandatory and will be observed closely.
-Routine monthly plant and bed care (cleaning, mulching, trimming, weeding and pruning), seasonal leaf removal as required.
-Mulching of all applicable Playgrounds in quantities that are ASTM playground surface compliant.
-Include cost per cut/service for each site.
Snow Removal
-The variable nature of inclement weather forces decisions to be made prior and during the course of the weather event. The CFS Head Start Facilities Manager will sufficiently communicate prior, during and after inclement weather:
-Hail & Freezing Conditions: locations pre-treated with Ice Melt prior to the accumulation of icy conditions
-Melt & Re-Freeze Areas: Immediately apply ice melt to concerned areas.
-Moderate Snow Accumulation: During overnight snowfall snow should be removed and ice melt should be applied before 7AM. Snow fall during operating hours must be removed, ice melt applied and re-visited immediately.
-Heavy/Rapid Snow Accumulation: Immediate snow removal actions taken, facilities must be revisited until snowfall ceases. Ice melt should be applied when necessary.
**Thorough attention to all walkways, driveways, and exterior egresses when shoveling and deicing should be prioritized.
Services:
-Services will be provided over a 12-month contract period from August 1st, 2026, to July 31st, 2027.-Contract will be a per unit price agreement; whereas, CFS Head Start may add or remove locations as requested. The costs of new locations shall be negotiated as required.
Please email Joe Flood at joseph.flood@centerffs.org for the Site Location Walkthrough Schedule or any questions. Proposals must be mailed to the below address no later than June 5th, 2026.
Center for Family Services
Attn: Joe Flood
500 Pine Street
Camden, New Jersey 08103
Marcg 15,16,17,2026 ($214.14)