27004-1502, FY 27 Vertical Mowing Contract I

Paulding County Board of Commissioners in Georgia is requesting sealed bids for vertical mowing and trimming along approximately 79.909 miles of county roads under Contract 27004-1502, with bids due September 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. local time and a public bid opening to follow immediately.

The scope requires vertical mowing and trimming along both sides of roadways from the edge of right-of-way up to 25 feet in height, including removal of tree branches encroaching or with potential to encroach onto travel ways. The successful bidder must complete the full project within 90 consecutive calendar days following receipt of written Notice to Proceed and must perform at least 70 percent of the project themselves, with any remaining work subcontracted only with prior approval and documentation.

Bidders must submit a bid bond or certified check equal to 5 percent of total contract value; provide valid proof of insurance meeting the Owner's requirements; furnish a list of three references for similar work; and demonstrate ability to bond 100 percent of the bid cost through a surety company rated A-6 or greater by AM Best with proper Georgia licensing. The successful bidder will be required to furnish performance and payment bonds as specified in contract documents.

Questions regarding technical specifications or contract documents are due in writing through the Paulding County Bonfire eProcurement Portal or via email to purchase@paulding.gov no later than 12:00 Noon on Friday, September 18, 2026. Bids may be submitted electronically through Bonfire or by sealed envelope to the Department of Finance, 240 Constitution Boulevard, Dallas, Georgia 30132. All bids remain subject to acceptance for 60 days after the bid opening. The Paulding County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids.