AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2026-185R, approving the award of a contract to Brightview Landscape Services, Inc., for mowing, litter pickup, and vegetation removal in the estimated annual amount of $1,200,000.00 with up to four one-year renewals; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the contract on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: October 7, 2026
Department: Neighborhood Enhancement Department - Amy Thomaides, Assistant Director
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $1,200,000.00
Account or Project Number (C = CIP funds): Various
Funds Available: Yes, FY2026-27 Adopted Budget
Account Name: Various
Fiscal Note:
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City Council Strategic Initiative: [Please select from the dropdown menu below]
Environmental Protection
Quality of Life & Sense of Place
Public Safety, Core Services & Fiscal Excellence
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Core Services
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Background Information:
On September 10, 2026, the City received six (6) bids in response to Invitation for Bid (IFB) #2026-095 for Mowing, Litter Pickup, and Vegetation Removal. The bid is awarded to Brightview Landscape Services, Inc., located in Austin, Texas, based on best value in accordance with Local Government Code, Section 252.043, and as outlined in the solicitation.
This contract will provide for vegetation control including, but not limited to, clearing and mowing of the creeks/channels, water quality ponds, rights-of-way, alleyways, and downtown areas, neighborhood parks and river parks; landscape maintenance for various City facilities; chipping of wood material at the City’s compost site; and litter pick-up and mowing along IH 35 and downtown sweeping.
The annual contract cost is estimated to be $1,200,000.00, although this amount may be more or less depending upon addition and/or removal of areas by the City as well as weather conditions. More services would be required should the City experience more rainfall versus when the City experiences drought conditions.
This contract is subject to up to four (4) one-year automatic renewals; however, either party may elect not to renew with one hundred twenty (120) days’ advance written notice.
Council Committee, Board/Commission Action:
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Alternatives:
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Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval