54-TJK-06-PR40682, STATE ROUTE SHOULDER AND MEDIAN MOWING INCLUDING VEGETATION TRIMMING AND LITTER/DEBRIS

Solicitation 54-TJK-06-PR40682 is a contract issued by the North Carolina Department of Transportation for state route shoulder and median mowing, vegetation trimming, and litter and debris removal within Columbus and Bladen Counties in Division 6. The scope of work includes routine and cleanup mowing for primary divided, primary undivided, secondary paved, and secondary unpaved roads, as well as on-call vegetation and debris removal. The period of performance begins on March 1, 2027, and ends on February 29, 2028, with the possibility of up to four renewals. A mowing moratorium is in effect from May 1 through May 31 unless otherwise directed by the Engineer. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on an evaluation of related work experience, equipment, financial stability, and references. Required equipment includes rear-mounted mowers with a minimum 60-inch cutting width and commercial-grade gasoline-powered string trimmers with a minimum 17-inch cut diameter. Safety requirements mandate the use of specific caution signage on all mowing and debris removal vehicles. Bidders must provide performance and payment bonds totaling 100 percent of the contract amount and maintain comprehensive worker's compensation and vehicle liability insurance. Payment is processed monthly via original invoices submitted to the Division Roadside Environmental Engineer, with a 6 percent retainage held as a performance guarantee. Contractors must comply with the 2024 Standard Specifications and various non-discrimination statutes, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Bids must be submitted as sealed paper packages by November 18, 2026.