*NOTICE ONLY* 2026-2027 M7B Snow Removal Services Edinburg Residency

The Virginia Department of Transportation is soliciting the 2026-2027 M7B Snow Removal Equipment Services Agreement for the Staunton District and Edinburg Residency. This single-year contract, effective from the date of award through April 30, 2027, requires contractors to provide operators and specialized equipment, including 4WD pickup trucks, rubber tire loaders, and motor graders, for active winter operations and standby services. Bidders must be active in the eVA portal and submit all agreements and required documentation, such as insurance certificates and vehicle registrations, exclusively through the Plow4VA website. Key deadlines include agreement submissions by October 16, 2026, and equipment inspections by November 13, 2026. Eligible contractors must meet strict compliance standards, including the installation of Automatic Vehicle Location devices and adherence to VOSH and OSHA safety regulations. Award priority is given to SWaM-certified contractors. Compensation is based on firm unit prices for equipment types, with additional payments available for mobilization, rigging, and temporary location rates. Invoicing is managed semi-monthly through the Hired Equipment Time Tracking System, with payments processed within thirty calendar days of a proper invoice. Contractors are required to maintain specific insurance levels, including 500,000 dollars per occurrence for commercial general liability and statutory workers compensation.