Description
This North Carolina DOT RFP seeks a qualified contractor to provide multi‑year mowing, vegetation trimming, and litter/debris removal services on state route shoulders and medians within the Durham and Wake County toll facilities. The contract runs from March 1 2027 to February 29 2028 (approximately 12 months) with a possible extension of up to four additional terms, each adjusted for CPI. Pre‑qualification is mandatory; bidders must hold the NCDOT Work Code “016607 Mowing” and have a certified work‑zone supervisor. The scope includes routine and cleanup mowing cycles, trimming of guardrails and other structures, litter pickup, compliance with a May‑month mowing moratorium, and strict liquidated‑damage penalties for missed deadlines or non‑compliance. Performance guarantees may be provided via 100 % bonds or a 6 % retainage. • Location: Durham & Wake County toll facilities (NC 540). • Services: Seasonal mowing, trimming, litter/debris removal, vegetation control. • Duration: 12 months (with optional extensions). • Maximum annual contract value: $5 million (per statute). • Mandatory pre‑qualification and work‑zone supervision. • Tight schedule: 5‑day notice before each cycle, 14‑day completion for routine cycles, 30‑day for cleanup cycles. • Penalties: $500‑$1,000 per incident for missed deadlines, $250 per day for litter issues, etc.
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Thaddeus Kapera