Weed and Rubbish Abatement Services City Owned Property

The City of Hayward is issuing an RFQ for a contractor to provide large‑scale weed and rubbish abatement on city‑owned properties, creating defensible firebreaks and removing ladder fuel from roadsides, structures, and other municipal lands. Work must begin May 4 and be completed by June 30 each year for the contract term, with detailed record‑keeping, prompt invoicing, and compliance with prevailing‑wage and insurance requirements. The contractor must submit an electronic bid by December 3, 2026. • Scope includes vegetation removal (grass, shrubs, trees) to create 15‑50 ft firebreaks, herbicide treatment of Pampas grass, and litter disposal. • Specific sites listed (e.g., Oakes Dr., Skyline Dr., Barn Rock Dr., etc.) with priority order. • Contractor must provide itemized cost per location, maintain 48‑hour invoice turnaround, and hold required licenses/insurance. • Mandatory electronic submission via OpenGov/ProcureNow portal; questions due Nov 12, responses by Nov 19. • Selection tentatively Dec 17, 2026; work performed annually May‑June.