Weed Cutting and Rubbish Removal

The City of Fort Collins, located in Larimer County, Colorado, is soliciting bids for Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 10143, seeking qualified service providers for weed cutting and rubbish removal services. The procurement covers approximately 100 lane miles of road shoulders requiring mowing three or more times during the summer season. Bidders must provide comprehensive services across two primary categories: rubbish removal (including extra heavy, heavy, and normal removal) and weed removal with road shoulder mowing. Specific equipment requirements include loaders, dump trucks, tractors, mowers, and hand tools, with mandatory compliance with Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Air Quality Control Commission Regulation 29 for lawn and garden equipment. Providers are required to take digital photos before each job and will be evaluated based on bid price and demonstrated operational capacity. The bid opening is scheduled for 3:00 PM Mountain Time on May 14, 2025, with electronic submission preferred through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System. The initial contract term is one year, with potential extensions for up to four additional one-year periods.

The City of Fort Collins encourages participation from disadvantaged business enterprises and emphasizes non-discriminatory bidding practices. A hazard fee of $50 per job is allowable for potentially hazardous work assignments, and providers will be compensated through hourly rates for different equipment and labor types, including provisions for landfill fees and drive time. Bidders must maintain detailed work records and submit comprehensive invoices within seven calendar days of job completion. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement allows for multiple service providers to be awarded contracts based on their competitive pricing and operational capabilities. Providers must adhere to the city's dust prevention and control manual and demonstrate professional standards in equipment maintenance and job execution. The solicitation represents a comprehensive municipal service contract aimed at maintaining road shoulders and managing rubbish removal across the City of Fort Collins.