IFB Weed and Brush Abatement Services, San Diego County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #11A4077 for Weed and Brush Abatement Services across San Diego County, targeting specific highway routes including 8, 52, 54, 67, 76, 78, 79, 94, SBX125, and 125. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide a 10-member crew for manual weed and brush abatement services, which includes removing weeds, brush, debris, and trash, as well as pulling, mowing, pruning, raking, and bagging collected materials. Contractors must possess a valid C-27 Landscaping license and Department of Industrial Relations registration, with crew members required to have appropriate safety equipment including hard hats, vests, safety glasses, and gloves. The contract will run from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028, with services performed Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Key submission deadlines include a bid submission due date of June 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, with bid opening at 2:30 p.m. the same day, and a proposed contract award date of June 10, 2025. The estimated total contract volume is 60,000 hours, with pricing to be determined on a per-hour basis by bidders.

Caltrans has established specific enterprise participation goals for this contract, encouraging small businesses (SB) and micro-businesses (MB) with a 25% participation target. While Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation is not mandatory, a 5% DVBE incentive will be applied. Bidders must submit various certifications, including California Civil Rights Laws, Darfur Contracting Act, and Iran Contracting Act certifications. The contract includes provisions for organic waste recycling and detailed safety requirements. Subcontracting is explicitly not allowed for this procurement. Contractors will be compensated based on an hourly rate for an 8-hour workday, with pricing to be specified in the bid. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the estimated 60,000 total contract hours suggest a significant potential contract value. The procurement is open to qualified contractors who can meet the technical, licensing, and safety requirements outlined in the IFB documents.