IFB 158677 Wayside Mowing and Litter Bath County

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Wayside Mowing and Litter Removal services in Bath County, Virginia. The contractor will be required to perform mowing, edging, litter removal, and plant maintenance services at various locations throughout the county. Key objectives include maintaining the appearance and accessibility of the sites. Qualified firms must have the necessary personnel, equipment, and safety certifications to complete the work, which is anticipated to take place between April 15 and November 15 annually. The initial contract term is from March 16, 2024 to March 15, 2025, with four optional one-year renewal periods. Bids are due by 9:30 AM Eastern Time on February 16, 2024, with a virtual public bid opening at 10:00 AM the same day.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that is a DSBSD-certified micro or small business, provided the bid price is fair and reasonable. The IFB does not indicate any set-aside requirements or the involvement of any incumbent contractors. The total contract value is estimated at $19,010, based on the award to the current contractor, Sasha Banks Hickman. Other bidders, such as the Women-Owned business Yard Wack, submitted higher bids of $26,320.