Description
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is seeking a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive shoulder and median mowing on state‑maintained highways in Wilkes County (Division 11). The contract is a multi‑year maintenance agreement (initial term March 15 2027 – Dec 31 2027) with the possibility of up to four one‑year renewals, subject to performance and budget. Bidders must be pre‑qualified, provide the required equipment (e.g., 60‑90″ mowers, zero‑turn mowers), and comply with strict mowing heights, equipment restrictions, moratorium periods, and holiday work windows. Performance guarantees may be satisfied via bonds or a 6 % retainage. Liquidated damages apply for missed cycles, prohibited equipment use, and failure to remove litter or debris.
• Scope: Routine and cleanup mowing of shoulders/medians on primary, secondary, and interstate routes (≈ 1,300 road miles).
• Duration: 9 months (Mar 15 2027 – Dec 31 2027) with possible extensions.
• Mandatory pre‑qualification; no pre‑bid meeting.
• Questions due Oct 30 2026; bid opening Nov 18 2026 2:00 PM.
• Required equipment: minimum four 60‑90″ mowers, one 60‑72″ zero‑turn mower; rear/side flail mowers only.
• Performance guarantee: 100 % performance & payment bonds or 6 % retainage.
• Contract ceiling: ≤ $5 million per year.
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Contact
Thaddeus Kapera