Vegetation Control Along Roadsides - HWY

The County of Ontario is soliciting sealed bids for the project titled "Vegetation Control Along Roadsides - HWY" under solicitation number B26005. Bids must be physically delivered in hard copy to the Ontario County Purchasing Director at 20 Ontario Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424 prior to the submission deadline of February 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Electronic submissions are expressly prohibited and will result in disqualification. Upon receipt, bids will be publicly opened and read at the specified time. This solicitation, managed by the Department of Public Works, aims to procure services for vegetation control along county roadways, ensuring proper maintenance and safety of roadside environments. Bidders are required to comply with various regulatory and procedural requirements, including adherence to New York State's stormwater discharge regulations under the SPDES permit, certification of non-collusive bidding practices, and acknowledgment of sexual harassment laws. Vendors must also provide emergency contact information to ensure rapid response during declared states of emergency, guaranteeing a 12-hour delivery window on weekdays and 24 hours on weekends or holidays. This comprehensive approach ensures environmental compliance, compliance with procurement laws, and readiness for emergency situations, underscoring the county’s commitment to contract integrity and public safety. Primary points of contact for the solicitation include Timothy McElligott, Deputy Commissioner of Public Works, and Stacy Schmitt, Buyer, who can provide further guidance and clarifications.