4291071429SB BRUSH AND TREE CUTTING AND STUMP REMOVAL AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN FREDERICK COUNTY

This solicitation seeks a qualified small‑business vendor to perform brush and tree cutting as well as stump removal at multiple sites throughout Frederick County, Maryland. The contract is limited to certified small businesses, with a mandatory 9% participation goal for minority‑owned firms. The anticipated contract value falls in the $1‑2.5 million range (Project Cost Class D). Bids are submitted electronically via the BIDX system, with a pre‑bid conference recommended on 27 Oct 2026. No paper bids are accepted, and bid security is required for proposals ≥ $100,000. Successful contractors must furnish performance and payment bonds for contracts above that threshold. • Scope: vegetation management (brush, trees, stumps) across various county locations • Contract size: $1 M – $2.5 M (Class D) • Small‑business reserve with 9 % MBE participation requirement • Electronic bid submission only; deadline 19 Nov 2026 (12 PM EST) • Pre‑bid conference (recommended) 27 Oct 2026, via Microsoft Teams or conference call • Bid security ≥ 5 % for bids ≥ $100 K; performance/payment bonds required for contracts ≥ $100 K • Award limited to certified small businesses; primary contact: Stacey Shackelford (Procurement Officer)