Hydrovac Grit and Grease Removal Services

Harford County Department of Procurement is soliciting bids under Invitation for Bids 27-085 for multiple on-call contracts covering hydrovac and pressure washing services, with bids due November 18, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. EST and a public opening at 2:00 p.m. via Webex. No set-aside or preference program applies. The County encourages Minority, Disadvantaged, Women, Small, and Veteran Owned Business Enterprises to respond.

Scope covers non-emergency and emergency cleaning, pumping, hauling, hydro excavation, and related services at County facilities, including wastewater treatment plants, sewage pump stations, force mains, gravity sewer systems, manholes, Highways district shops, and Harford Transit LINK facilities. Work includes removal, transportation, hauling, and disposal of fats, oils, and grease, grit, sludge, solids, liquids, debris, and soil. Site visits are required before bid preparation. Each bid must include equipment specifications (make, model, year, tank capacity, on-board water capacity, and vacuum system type) and three professional references demonstrating similar service experience. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability and Commercial Auto Liability at $1 million each, statutory Workers Compensation, and Commercial Umbrella coverage at $1 million.

The term runs from execution through June 30, 2027, with the County holding the exclusive option to extend for four additional one-year periods. Rates must be fully burdened, with no added travel, fuel, or incidental charges for non-emergency service; emergency rates may include pre-approved additional charges. Equipment, parts, materials, and subcontracted work are invoiced at cost plus 10%, and invoices are payable within 30 days of receipt. No bid deposit, performance bond, payment bond, or maintenance bond is required.

Award goes to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with consideration given to price, quality, performance, conformity to specifications, delivery capability, previous performance, vendor location, and references.