54-TJK-04-PR39988, STATE ROUTE SHOULDER AND MEDIAN MOWING INCLUDING VEGETATION TRIMMING AND LITTER/DEBRIS REMOVAL

Solicitation 54-TJK-04-PR39988 is a multi-year maintenance contract issued by the North Carolina Department of Transportation for state route shoulder and median mowing, vegetation trimming, and litter and debris removal within Halifax County. The scope of work includes routine and cleanup mowing for interstate, primary, and secondary routes, as well as vegetation removal at stationary objects and the implementation of work zone traffic control in accordance with MUTCD and SSRS standards. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with responsibility determined by related work experience, equipment, financial stability, and references. Bidders must submit physical paper proposals by November 18, 2026, including a signed original and copy of the bid submittal package and certifications regarding non-collusion, debarment, and gift bans. Performance is subject to a mowing moratorium from May 1 through May 31 and requires a 72-hour remobilization timeline for specific requests. The contractor must provide 100 percent performance and payment bonds, maintain required worker's compensation and vehicle liability insurance, and adhere to strict non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity standards. Payment is processed monthly upon the submission of approved invoices to the Division Roadside Environmental Engineer. Quality acceptance is based on the Engineer's periodic inspections to ensure work is completed in a neat, workmanlike, and uninterrupted manner. The contract also emphasizes Minority Business Enterprise and Women Business Enterprise participation through documented good faith efforts.