Perdido Landfill Hydroseeding Services

Escambia County's Department of Waste Services is seeking a contractor for Perdido Landfill Hydroseeding Services through Invitation to Bid (ITB) PS 25-26.003, with the primary objective of providing hydroseeding services for erosion control and vegetative cover maintenance. The procurement targets a minimum of 1 acre per service request, with typical service areas ranging between 3-5 acres at the Perdido Landfill. Contractors must supply all necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete hydroseeding work on an as-needed basis. The bid was released on October 13, 2025, with bidder questions due by October 20, 2025, and final bid responses required by October 27, 2025, at 10:30 am. The initial contract term will be 12 months, with potential renewals for two additional 12-month periods, enabling a maximum contract duration of 36 months. Evaluation criteria will focus on bid responsiveness, contractor responsibility, and lowest price, with the county reserving the right to reject any or all submissions. Pricing will be structured with two line items: a per-acre hydroseeding rate (inclusive of all materials, personnel, labor, equipment, and environmental fees) and a mobilization/demobilization charge.

The procurement requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, general liability, and business auto liability with specific minimum coverage amounts. Bidders must demonstrate E-Verify compliance, provide a drug-free workplace certification, and prove business authority. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid includes local preference provisions that may provide advantages to local businesses. Contractors will need to submit various certifications and forms to qualify. Though no specific incumbent vendor is identified, the bid suggests this is an ongoing service requirement for landfill maintenance. While an exact budget range is not specified, the per-acre pricing model and potential for multiple service requests throughout the 36-month contract period indicates a flexible procurement approach that can accommodate varying landscape restoration needs at the Perdido Landfill site.