Bid guide
How to bid on NCNG Morganton Readiness Center Lawn Care for NC Public Safety
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety, on behalf of the North Carolina National Guard, is seeking bids for lawn care services at its Morganton Readiness Center. This contract will cover year-round mowing, edging, trimming, and removal of debris and leaves. It also includes weed and grass control for the grounds, fences, and adjacent highway right-of-ways.
This is an opportunity for businesses to secure a contract providing essential maintenance services, ensuring the readiness center maintains a professional appearance.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was published on July 28, 2026. The deadline for submitting your bid is August 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted before this exact time.
Bids received after the deadline will not be considered. It is important to complete all submission steps well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in lawn care, landscaping, and grounds maintenance. Vendors should be capable of providing year-round services, including regular mowing, trimming, and debris removal.
Firms registered on the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) are eligible to bid. The relevant category for this work is security, as it pertains to maintaining a National Guard facility.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) and find Solicitation Doc2327527649. Viewing the posting and its documents is public and does not require an account.
To respond to the bid, you will need to be a registered vendor on the NC eVP. Some North Carolina bids require responses through the separate NC eProcurement (Ivalua) tool; otherwise, follow the specific submission instructions provided within the posting itself, ensuring your response is submitted before the deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your bid, carefully review all sections of the solicitation to understand the full scope of work, including specific requirements for mowing frequency, trimming standards, and debris removal. Ensure your proposed services meet or exceed all stated expectations for maintaining a professional appearance.
Clearly detail your experience with similar year-round grounds maintenance contracts. Provide a comprehensive pricing structure that is competitive and transparent. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted on time according to the instructions in the solicitation.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Department of Public Safety; the original posting controls.