Clean-Up, Derelict Buildings and Lots

Baltimore County, Maryland is requesting bids for clean-up services on derelict buildings and vacant lots under an RFB with bids due August 21, 2026 at 2:30 p.m., and a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on August 6, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. via Webex. An MBE/WBE participation goal has been designated as TBD.

The scope encompasses removal of junk, trash, debris, and bulk waste; grass mowing and finish mowing; trimming along buildings, sidewalks, and bushes; brush hogging saplings up to one inch thick; raking and debris removal; tire removal and disposal; recyclables retrieval and salvage; vehicle removal; pool water draining; chemical treatment of noxious weeds; interior building cleaning, debris removal, and securing; and snow removal, all as directed by the Director of Permits, Approvals and Inspections. Contractors must perform work within three working days of receiving a written work order and must use their own workforce except for specialized trades or to meet subcontracting goals.

The County has established fixed unit prices for mobilization ($90.00 for grass and yard waste only; $110.00 for services requiring heavy equipment), trimming ($0.20 per linear foot), and emergency rush fees ($50.00). Bidders must price all other line items. Estimated annual work quantities include 6,667 linear feet of trimming, 37 acres of finish mowing, 24 acres of bush hogging, 20 acres of raking, 52 tire removals, 78 tons of litter and bulk trash removal, 7 tons of recyclables, 467 tons of interior building debris, 433 hours of bush trimming labor, 11,867 gallons of pool draining, and 20 hours of snow removal.

The contract becomes effective November 1, 2026 for one year, with the County retaining renewal rights for up to four additional one-year options under the same terms. All prices must remain firm for the contract period; escalation requests up to the Consumer Price Index or 5 percent maximum may be considered before renewal. Contractors must carry general liability insurance with $1 million combined single limits, automobile liability coverage, and workers' compensation insurance. A liquidated damages provision of $100 per calendar day applies for failure to meet delivery dates. Questions are due August 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The County reserves the right to make multiple awards, award on an individual item basis, or rotate work among selected contractors based on experience, expertise, and location.