WOPEST31SB - Pest Control Services for MDOT/SHA Worcester County

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT/SHA) is requesting bids on pest control services for Worcester County facilities under IFB WOPEST31SB, with bids due September 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM and a public bid opening at 5603 Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. This is a Small Business Reserve procurement — award eligibility is limited to certified small businesses registered with the Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs.

The scope covers monthly professional pest control services at five facilities: Snow Hill Maintenance Shop, Berlin Yard, Pocomoke Rest Area/Visitor Center, Route 50 Ocean City Bridge tender house, and Pocomoke Bridge tender house. Services address rats, mice, moths, water bugs, ants, spiders, silverfish, crickets, centipedes, and general pests. The contract is all-inclusive monthly pricing covering labor, overhead, materials, pesticides, travel, and related costs, with separate line items for hourly technician rates, trip fees, and materials for supplemental services such as roach, flea, or termite control outside the base scope. Work is performed Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

The contract term is four years with no option periods and an anticipated Notice to Proceed of October 14, 2026. Bidders must hold a minimum of three years of ongoing routine pest control business experience, valid Maryland Department of Agriculture pesticide licenses (categories 7a and 7d), and be registered with the State Department of Assessments and Taxation. Commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 combined single limit / $2,000,000 annual aggregate, worker's compensation, and automobile/commercial truck insurance are required, with the State listed as an additional insured. Questions are due September 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Site visits are available by appointment with Charles Larimore prior to bid opening. No MBE or DBE subcontracting goal is established.