Area 210 douglas noxious weed spraying and 7 more items

The Nebraska Department of Transportation awarded a noxious weed spraying services contract to Lashley Spraying LLC, a Nebraska-based contractor, for an initial contract value of $101,200. The contract (Number 115712, Type O4) covers weed control operations across five counties within District 2: Douglas, Sarpy, Washington, Dodge, and Cass. Services are to be performed on state rights-of-way throughout Superintendent Areas 210, 220, and 230 during the growing season (April 1 through October 31). The initial performance period extends from April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with provisions for renewal through six additional one-year periods by mutual agreement.

The contractor will provide all-inclusive spraying services on an hourly rate basis, with rates ranging from $170 to $230 per hour depending on the specific area of performance. Lashley Spraying LLC is responsible for furnishing all labor, equipment, chemicals, water, and insurance necessary to execute the contract. The contractor must maintain a 100 percent performance bond and comply with applicable environmental conservation and safety requirements. The award was made to Lashley Spraying LLC as the lowest responsive bidder following a competitive solicitation process that included two bidders.