54-TJK-09-PR39689, STATE ROUTE SHOULDER AND MEDIAN MOWING AND LITTER/DEBRIS REMOVAL

Solicitation 54-TJK-09-PR39689 is a request for proposals from the North Carolina Department of Transportation for state route shoulder and median mowing and litter and debris removal services in Davidson County, Division 9. The scope of work includes routine mowing of sight distance areas, cleanup mowing extending to the right-of-way line, and the pickup and recycling of non-organic debris. The contract period runs from March 1, 2027, to February 29, 2028, with the possibility of four additional renewals for a maximum of five total terms. On-call litter removal requires work to begin within 48 hours of notification and be completed within seven days. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on an evaluation of work experience, equipment, financial stability, and references. Awardees must provide performance and payment bonds totaling 100 percent of the contract amount within 14 days of notice. Key operational requirements include adherence to OSHA standards, the use of specific fluorescent orange caution signage on all vehicles, and the submission of weekly progress reports. Payment is processed via contractor invoices and requires the submission of original Subcontractor Payment Information forms. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope by 2:00 pm on November 18, 2026.