DO428SPR25 - Roadside Handmowing for MDOT/SHA in Dorchester County

The Maryland Department of Transportation/State Highway Administration (MDOT/SHA) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) DO428SPR25 for Roadside Handmowing Services specifically targeting Dorchester County. This procurement opportunity is focused on securing a contractor to perform manual grass cutting and maintenance services along state roadways within the county jurisdiction. The solicitation was officially posted on March 20, 2025, with a bid submission deadline of April 16, 2025. While specific technical details are limited in the provided documentation, the contract appears to require specialized landscaping services involving manual hand mowing of roadside areas. Potential bidders should carefully review the full solicitation documents to understand precise scope, equipment requirements, performance standards, and specific geographic areas within Dorchester County that require maintenance. The procurement method is an Invitation for Bid (IFB), which suggests the award will be primarily based on lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified requirements.

No specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions were explicitly detailed in the provided contract opportunity information. The solicitation does not indicate preferences for disadvantaged business enterprises or small business participation. Since this is a state highway maintenance contract, potential bidders will likely need to demonstrate relevant experience in roadside landscaping, appropriate licensing for highway work, and capability to perform manual mowing services across Dorchester County's road network. While exact budget ranges are not specified, state highway maintenance contracts typically represent moderate-value procurement opportunities ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 annually depending on scope and geographic coverage. Interested vendors should carefully review the full bid documentation to understand precise qualification requirements, performance expectations, and submission guidelines for this roadside handmowing services contract.