54-TJK-13-PR39740, STATE ROUTE SHOULDER AND MEDIAN MOWING INCLUDING VEGETATION TRIMMING AND LITTER/DEBRIS REMOVAL

Solicitation 54-TJK-13-PR39740 is issued by the North Carolina Department of Transportation for vegetation management and litter removal services within Buncombe, Madison, and Yancey Counties in Division 13. The scope of work includes routine and cleanup mowing of interstates, primary, and secondary highways, as well as vegetation trimming around stationary objects and the removal of litter and debris. The contract period is effective from March 1, 2027, through February 29, 2028, with the possibility of up to four renewal terms. Award will be granted to the lowest responsible bidder based on an evaluation of experience, equipment, financial stability, and references. The contractor is required to provide all necessary labor, tools, and equipment, including vehicles with specific fluorescent orange retroreflective signage for litter removal. Performance is subject to periodic inspection by the Engineer, with strict quality standards for mowing height and neatness. Compliance with Title VI nondiscrimination programs and federal and state laws is mandatory. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including a bid form, equipment list, and certifications regarding non-collusion and debarment by November 18, 2026. Required security includes a performance bond for 100 percent of the contract amount and a payment bond between 10 and 50 percent, along with mandatory worker's compensation and vehicle liability insurance.