AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS (HERBICIDES)

The County of Solano, Department of Resource Management-Public Works, is seeking a qualified proposer under solicitation 675-0921-27 to provide agricultural chemicals, specifically herbicides and adjuvants, for the maintenance of county rights-of-way along roadsides in unincorporated areas. This Firm-Fixed-Price contract, administered via purchase orders, includes the supply of various products such as AquaMaster, Milestone, and Vastlan herbicides, along with required adjuvants. Beyond material delivery, the vendor is responsible for providing annual herbicide recommendations based on current regulations and vegetation management needs, as well as 14 hours of annual training for designated staff covering product handling, safety, and regulatory updates. The contract period runs from November 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with the possibility of two one-year extensions for a maximum term of three years. Deliveries are F.O.B. destination to the Public Works Facility in Fairfield, California, with an initial one-time delivery scheduled for November 1, 2026, and subsequent procurements on an as-needed basis. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a preference given to local Solano County businesses. Vendors must comply with all federal, state, and local laws, including California Department of Pesticide Regulation requirements, and must maintain comprehensive general liability and workers compensation insurance. Bids must be submitted electronically via the eProcurement Portal by November 4, 2026.