IFB 161199 Ditch Cleaning Services

The Virginia Department of Transportation issued Invitation for Bids IFB 161199 for ditch cleaning and maintenance services to support the Franklin Residency, covering Greensville, Isle of Wight, Southampton, and Sussex counties. The contract is set aside for DSBSD-certified micro or small businesses and seeks a qualified firm to provide labor, equipment, and debris removal. Specifically, the contractor must provide one Ditch Master model 800 or an approved equivalent with two operators. The award will be granted on a total sum basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The initial period of performance is one year from the date of award, with the possibility of two optional one-year renewal terms. Bids are due by 5:00 PM EDT on September 24, 2026, via the eVA portal. To be considered responsive, bidders must submit several certifications, including a Small Business Subcontracting Plan if not already DSBSD-certified, and documentation regarding contractor licensing and equipment inventory. The contractor is required to adhere to OSHA and VOSH safety standards, follow Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Plans, and pay prevailing wage rates as determined by the Virginia Commissioner of Labor and Industry. Additionally, the contractor must ensure all work vehicles are clearly labeled with the company name and coordinate with Virginia 811 for utility marking prior to any digging. Payment will be processed monthly via check, ACH, EDI, or P-Card within 30 days of a valid invoice.