Description
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is soliciting qualified contractors to provide multi‑year vegetation management and litter/debris removal services for state routes in Davidson County (Division 9). The contract will commence on March 1 2027 and run through February 29 2028, with the possibility of up to four one‑year extensions, subject to performance and price adjustments. Bidders must be pre‑qualified, attend a mandatory pre‑bid conference on November 4 2026, and submit sealed bids by the bid opening on November 18 2026. The work includes routine and cleanup mowing, litter pickup, equipment provision, compliance with mowing moratoriums, and strict performance guarantees (bonds or retainage). Liquidated damages apply for missed cycles, prohibited equipment use, and delayed litter removal.
• Scope: Mowing of shoulders and medians, litter/debris removal on all state‑maintained routes in Davidson County.
• Contract term: 12 months (Mar 1 2027 – Feb 29 2028) with up to four optional one‑year renewals.
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference: Nov 4 2026, 9:00 AM, 405 Polo Rd, Winston‑Salem, NC.
• Bid opening: Nov 18 2026, 2:00 PM.
• Pre‑qualification required for NCDOT work codes 016607 (Mowing) and 001105 (Work‑zone traffic control).
• Required equipment: Minimum five 60‑90″ mowers, one 60‑72″ zero‑turn mower, 4‑WD tractor, supervisor/service truck, etc.
• Performance guarantee: 100 % performance and payment bonds or 6 % retainage.
• Maximum annual contract value: $5 million (per statute).
• Liquidated damages for missed cycles, prohibited equipment, delayed litter removal, etc.
• No subcontractor or joint‑venture restrictions beyond pre‑qualification.
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Contact
Thaddeus Kapera