Submitted By
Rob Sproule, Public Works Director
Reviewed By
A.M. Zayyad, Deputy Village Manager
Agenda Item Title
Title
A Resolution Approving an Independent Contractor Agreement with CityEscape Garden & Design LLC for Village-Wide Seasonal Container Display and Maintenance Services in 2024 in an Amount not to Exceed $112,000.00 with an Option to Renew for One Additional One-Year Term and Authorizing its Execution
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Overview
Overview
In September 2023, Village staff requested bids for seasonal container display and maintenance services. CityEscape Garden and Design LLC has previously performed this work for the Village and was the low-responsive bidder. The proposed agreement is for one year and provides for one possible one (1) year renewal. Staff recommends approving an agreement with CityEscape Garden and Design LLC for Fiscal Year 2024 seasonal container display and maintenance services.
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Recommendation
Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution.
Background
The Village maintains the landscaping in multiple business districts across the Village. Village staff, business owners, and residents place high importance on the quality and cleanliness of their business districts. Part of providing a high-quality unified streetscape design across the Village is the installation and maintenance of plant material in approximately 530 above-ground, movable landscape containers.
In September 2023, Village staff requested bids for seasonal container display and maintenance services. CityEscape Garden & Design LLC of Chicago, IL was the low-responsive bidder and is recommended for seasonal container display and maintenance services. Staff recommends approval of a new agreement with CityEscape Garden and Design LLC for these services with one possible one (1) year renewal.
The Container Seasonal Display program work begins in May with cleanup and installation of perennial and annual planting materials in 530 containers across multiple business districts. Staf...
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