20-Weed Killer spec.26.pdf

This is a specifications document for weed killer products issued by the SHACOG Purchasing Alliance on behalf of participating municipalities in Pennsylvania for the 2026 Spring Commodities Bid. The solicitation requests bids for three types of weed killers: liquid oil-based multi-purpose EPA-approved non-selective weed killer, liquid water-based non-selective weed killer, and granular non-selective broad spectrum weed killer. Liquid weed killers must be available in 5-gallon, 20-gallon, 35-gallon, and 55-gallon containers, while granular weed killer shall be supplied in 50-pound containers. Bidders must identify the manufacturer on their bid submissions. Delivery is required within ten calendar days from the date an order is placed, with delivery costs included in the quoted price and directed to the participating municipality specified at the time of ordering. Bids are due by 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, via the PennBid electronic bidding platform, with the bidding documents available beginning March 19, 2026.

Pricing must include all delivery costs to specified sites, with economic price adjustments permitted only as provided in the General Instructions to Bidders. No additional price adjustments or surcharges, including fuel surcharges, are permitted during the contract period. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond in the amount of one thousand dollars, made payable to "SHACOG Purchasing Alliance and Its Participating Municipalities." Bidders may submit proposals on any or all commodities listed in the 2026 Spring Commodities Bid. The governing bodies of member municipalities reserve the right to reject any or all bids or waive minor discrepancies in bids or specifications when deemed in the best interest of the municipality. Questions regarding the commodities shall be submitted through the "Ask a Question" feature within PennBid.