Landscaping US Hwy 98 right of way Mack Bayou Rd to County Hwy 30 A W.

Walton County is seeking landscape maintenance services for the US Highway 98 right-of-way between Mack Bayou Road and County Highway 30A West through a Request for Quotation (RFQ #ITQ 24-024). The procurement is for annual landscape services within the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) right-of-way, with work to be performed from the last week of June through October 2025. Specific deliverables include twice-monthly mowing on a 15-day cycle, comprehensive trash and debris removal, and maintenance of grass areas, ditches, berms, and retention areas. Contractors must comply with FDOT landscape maintenance standards and provide specific documentation, including liability insurance naming Walton County and proof of Workers' Compensation Coverage. Bidders are required to submit two references from similar previous work and demonstrate prior experience. The quote release date is June 2, 2025, with electronic bid submissions due by June 16, 2025, at 3:00 pm through OpenGov Procurement. Evaluation criteria include contractor qualifications, references, and ability to meet technical specifications, with a focus on safety, environmental protection, and proper waste disposal.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. Contractors are required to use low-emission or electric-powered handheld tools and demonstrate environmental consciousness. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the solicitation indicates that contractors must disclose their prior business history with Walton County. The maintenance zone is specifically defined in the accompanying map document, covering a precise section of US Highway 98. Although no specific budget range is provided, the contract appears to be an annual landscape maintenance service with potential for renewal. Contractors must create a free account on OpenGov Procurement to participate in the bidding process, and they will need to provide comprehensive documentation of their capabilities, insurance coverage, and compliance with local and state maintenance standards.