Transmission ROW Clearing

Lincoln Electric System is soliciting bids for solicitation 046-25 to provide all labor, supervision, equipment, and materials necessary for the clearance of transmission lines in Nebraska. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder who meets all technical specifications and contractual requirements. Bids must be submitted electronically via the LES Online Procurement System in PDF or ZIP format by March 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Any bids containing price escalation clauses will be automatically rejected. The successful contractor must adhere to strict operational and environmental guidelines, including the 2022 Best Management Practices Manual for Vegetation Maintenance and the 2022 Avian Protection Plan to ensure compliance with wildlife laws and the protection of natural habitats. Mandatory requirements for the award include the execution of a Standard Services Contract, submission of an Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Request Form, and the provision of performance and labor and material payment bonds equal to the full contract price. Additionally, contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including 1,000,000 dollars in general aggregate liability and 2,000,000 dollars in umbrella liability, provided by a company licensed in Nebraska and rated at least B+ by A.M. Best.