RFSQandSampleMasterAgreementSMALL.pdf

This is a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ) and Sample Master Agreement document issued by the Los Angeles County Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures (ACWM) for as-needed vegetation management services. The County seeks to establish Master Agreements with qualified vendors to support its Weed Abatement Program, which requires cutting and removal of dry weeds, brush, neglected landscaping, and trees. Vendors may qualify in one or more of three work categories depending on their experience, equipment, and specialized certifications or licensing. The Master Agreement structure allows ACWM to develop a pre-qualified vendor pool for intermittent work; when specific jobs arise, the County notifies qualified vendors who may submit competitive bids, with work awarded via Work Orders that typically include detailed Statements of Work. Execution of a Master Agreement does not guarantee any minimum volume of business or service utilization.

The document establishes minimum qualification requirements for each work category and outlines the County's terms and conditions for vendor participation. Vendors must demonstrate capability through verification of references and work performance history. Pricing will be determined competitively on a per-work-order basis rather than through a master pricing schedule, as the frequency and scope of vegetation management needs are not predetermined. This solicitation structure allows the County flexibility in managing its weed abatement operations while maintaining quality standards through pre-qualification of capable vendors before individual work assignments.