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Robeson County schools approve lawn‑care contracts after debate over bids and work standards
Summary
The board approved six lawn‑care contract groups for 2025–26 by an 8–2 vote after discussion about bid responsiveness, site visits and mowing during student activities.
The Robeson County Board of Education voted to award lawn‑care contracts grouped across district properties for the 2025–26 school year, approving staff recommendations by an 8–2 vote.
Bobby Locklear, who presented the procurement results, told the board the district evaluated proposals primarily on responsiveness, demonstrated site visits and vendor responsibility. He said some bidders submitted prices without walking each campus and that large price discrepancies suggested incomplete scopes. "There were issues with ... had…
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