The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is seeking a contractor for roadside hand mowing services in Prince George's County through Solicitation Number MOW381382R. The procurement involves hand mowing services around guardrails, signs, grass islands, and culverts on MD 381 and MD 382, covering a total of 21.0 acres. The contractor must provide a four-person crew, including a working foreperson and three laborers, and supply specific equipment such as zero-turn mowers, string trimmers, and a pickup with trailer. The bid is due on April 29, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with work expected to begin in mid-April 2025. The contract will have a maximum duration of 24 months or until the low bid amount is exhausted, with an estimated 35 full cycle days of work and potential for 100 additional labor hours. Evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets all specified requirements and can effectively perform the required landscape maintenance services. This procurement is designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR) contract, which means only certified small businesses are eligible to bid on the opportunity. No Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) subcontracting goals have been established for this solicitation. The contract will be funded through state funds and paid via electronic funds transfer. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement structure suggests pricing will be based on crew day rates and additional labor hour pricing. Contractors must provide comprehensive company details, including federal identification number (FEIN) and the location from which services will be performed. The procurement is not federally funded, which may simplify the administrative requirements for potential bidders. Interested small businesses must carefully review the bid documents and ensure they can meet the technical specifications, crew composition, and equipment requirements to be considered responsive.
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BID_FORMSMOW381382R.xlsx | 30KB | Spreadsheet | 4/18/25 | |
IFB_Template_MOW381382R.docx | 185KB | Document | 4/18/25 |