IFPQ - Certified SB include MB, SB-PW or DVBE Only - On-Call Weed Abatement Services in Lake County

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued an Invitation for Price Quote (IFPQ) No. 03A3942 for On-Call Weed Abatement Services primarily in Lake County and surrounding jurisdictions. The solicitation seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive weed abatement services including tractor disking, tractor mowing, hand mowing, and weed eating/trimming across Caltrans-owned properties. The contract is estimated to run from June 1, 2025, to November 30, 2027, with a firm quote submission deadline of May 15, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Bidders must submit price quotes for multiple service types, with estimated quantities ranging from 2 to 85,922 square feet or acres, covering both routine and non-routine weed removal work. Contractors will be responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, permits, licenses, and incidentals necessary to complete the weed abatement services. Key qualifications include possessing a valid Motor Carrier Permit and being registered with the Department of Industrial Relations.

The procurement is specifically targeted at certified small businesses (SB), small businesses with public works certification (SB-PW), or disabled veteran business enterprises (DVBE) under Government Code Section 14838.5 for contracts valued between $5,000 and $250,000. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including a Price Quote Proposal, Bid/Bidder Certification Sheet, Motor Carrier Permit, and certifications related to civil rights and the Darfur Contracting Act. The contract requires prevailing wages for work exceeding $15,000 and includes specific compliance requirements with state regulations. While the total contract amount is to be determined, payment will be based on unit prices for different weed abatement methods. Interested contractors must demonstrate their ability to perform various weed removal techniques across multiple jurisdictions, with particular focus on Lake County and surrounding areas. For accessible version of solicitation documents, interested parties can request information by emailing ADAdocs@dot.ca.gov or calling (833) 713-2922.