TAHERB26SB Herbicide Application along Highways in Talbot County

The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) Easton Shop is seeking bids for a herbicide application contract along highways in Talbot County, with a solicitation focused on hiring a 2-person crew to operate a spray truck or trailer with a minimum 200-gallon capacity. The primary objective is to apply herbicides to highway right-of-way areas, with SHA providing the herbicide concentrate while the contractor handles mixing, application, and responsible management. Successful bidders must upload Maryland Agricultural Pesticide certificates for both their business and at least two applicators at the time of bid submission. The contract opportunity was posted on May 29, 2025, with bid responses due by June 10, 2025. Key qualifications include proper pesticide certification, ability to operate specialized spray equipment, and adherence to environmental and safety protocols. SHA will provide maintenance of traffic support during herbicide application operations.

While the solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific enterprise restrictions, the contract appears open to qualified pesticide application businesses with appropriate certifications. The opportunity is specifically located in Somerset County, Maryland, with a State Local Contract Opportunity ID of 683ef6a2cb38362d67004738. No incumbent vendors or specific budget ranges are disclosed in the available documentation. The contract seems designed for professional landscape management and vegetation control services along state highway rights-of-way. Interested contractors will need to demonstrate technical competence, proper licensing, and the capability to safely and effectively apply herbicides using specialized equipment. The contract likely represents a seasonal or annual service agreement for highway maintenance and vegetation management.