RoW Mow and Trim Smithland Section

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Division of Purchases has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) for right-of-way mowing and trimming services in the Smithland Section, covering Crittenden, Livingston, and Lyon Counties. The contract requires three full mowing cycles beginning in late May 2025, with mowing heights maintained between 6-10 inches across various state and federal highway routes. Vendors must be prequalified in work items I-29 (Right of Way Mowing) and I-37 (Traffic Control) prior to bid closing, and must provide comprehensive roadside maintenance including turf management and traffic control. The bid is due on February 13, 2025, at 1:30 PM ET, with a tentative award date of March 3, 2025, and an initial contract period running through December 31, 2025. Contractors must maintain $1,000,000 in general liability coverage and carry Kentucky workers' compensation insurance. The contract includes a fuel price adjustment clause that allows compensation modifications when diesel fuel prices fluctuate more than 5% from the base price. Technical specifications for the work are detailed in accompanying drawings that outline precise mowing patterns, equipment requirements, and roadside maintenance standards.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract covers approximately 511 miles of roadway across three counties, totaling 2,170 acres requiring maintenance, with pricing structured per acre for mowing and trimming services and additional pricing per mowing cycle for traffic control. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the contract includes four optional one-year renewal periods, suggesting potential long-term engagement for successful bidders. Each county work location sheet provides detailed route segments, with project numbers following a standardized format and specifying exact mileage and acreage requirements. The technical documentation, including drawings for mowing, trimming, and delineator post installation, indicates a comprehensive approach to roadside maintenance that goes beyond simple grass cutting. Though specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the extensive documentation and multi-county scope suggest a significant investment in roadway maintenance for the region.