Contract Mowing - Highway 61 in Lincoln County

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Northeast District is soliciting bids for a contract to provide comprehensive highway maintenance services along Highway 61 in Lincoln County. The procurement involves mowing, litter removal and disposal, trimming, and spraying services on highway right-of-way areas. The estimated total work scope is 1,194 acres, divided into three mowing cycles: two cycles of 272 acres each and a final cycle of 602 acres, with additional 48 acres of interchange mowing in even-numbered years. The initial contract term runs from May 1, 2024, through April 30, 2025, with options for four additional one-year renewals through April 30, 2029. Bids are due by January 31, 2024, at 1:00 PM CST, and will be evaluated and awarded on an "All or Nothing" basis. Contractors must provide detailed unit pricing for all services, submit a 5% bid bond, and be prepared to provide a 100% performance and payment bond if awarded the contract.

MoDOT strongly encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE), with specific participation goals of 10% MBE and 5% WBE through subcontractors, suppliers, or joint ventures. Bidders must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including $500,000 per person/$4,000,000 per occurrence for general and automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance. The contract includes provisions for Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) preference and requires compliance with Missouri's Domestic Products Procurement Act and Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract allows for potential annual price increases during renewal periods. Liquidated damages of $150 per day may be assessed for late delivery or non-compliance with contract specifications. Successful contractors must adhere to detailed traffic control requirements, safety protocols, and work zone management standards outlined in the solicitation documents.