Bid guide
How to bid on Lake Shore Drive Landscape Median Maintenance for the City of Chicago
What the City of Chicago is buying
The City of Chicago is looking for bids to maintain the landscape medians along North and South Lake Shore Drive. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in landscape services to work with the city on a significant public area.
Maintaining these medians helps keep the city's major roadways presentable and functional. Vendors who secure this contract will be responsible for the ongoing care of these green spaces.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting bids is August 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted exactly as directed in the solicitation before this time.
Late submissions are typically not accepted, so it is crucial to plan ahead and ensure your bid is complete and submitted well before the closing time.
Who this opportunity suits
This Invitation for Bids (IFB) is suitable for landscape maintenance companies, groundskeeping services, and firms with experience in large-scale outdoor maintenance projects. Businesses with a proven track record in urban landscape care would be particularly well-suited.
The category for this opportunity is facilities, specifically focusing on the upkeep of public infrastructure and green spaces within the city.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and documents, you need to go to the City of Chicago Vendor & Contract Search portal. You do not need to log in to view the solicitation.
Once on the solicitation's detail page, review all specifications, contact information, and any addenda. For eProcurement bids, documents will be linked through the city's iSupplier portal. Ensure you submit your bid precisely as instructed in the solicitation before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your bid, carefully read through all sections of the solicitation to understand the full scope of work and all requirements. Pay close attention to any specific equipment, personnel qualifications, or scheduling demands.
Provide a clear and detailed proposal that demonstrates your firm's capability to perform the required landscape median maintenance. Highlight relevant experience with similar projects, especially those involving public spaces or large-scale urban environments. Ensure all requested forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted on time.
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 City of Chicago; the original posting controls.