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

The Virginia Department of Transportation is soliciting snow and ice removal services for the 2026-2027 season within the Staunton District Lexington Residency. This single-year agreement requires contractors to provide operational services, including the furnishing of experienced operators and approved equipment such as 4WD pickups, rubber tire loaders, and anti-icing spray tanks to clear assigned roadways. Bids must be submitted exclusively through the Plow4VA portal by October 16, 2026, as submissions via eVA will not be accepted. Selection is based on a ranking process that sorts equipment by type and hourly rate from lowest to highest, with priority status granted to SWaM-certified contractors. Contractors must adhere to strict equipment standards, including mandatory VDOT inspections to verify vehicle registration, VINs, and safety features like 360-degree amber strobe lights. Required submission documents include an insurance certificate naming VDOT as an additional insured, a declaration page listing equipment VINs, and current vehicle registrations. Compensation is based on hourly operational rates, with specific maximums set for different equipment types, alongside flat fees for mobilization and initial rigging. Additional incentives are available for the installation of AVL devices, and a premium hourly rate is provided for services performed at temporary locations outside the selected district. All equipment must display permanent or magnetic company decals and comply with OSHA, VOSH, and USDOT safety regulations.