Description
The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) Hereford Shop is seeking a qualified small‑business contractor to provide high‑volume application of plant growth regulators (PGRs) throughout Baltimore County. The contractor will use state‑provided herbicides, must hold a valid Maryland Pesticide Business License and Category VI Right‑of‑Way certification, and must staff a foreman, spray‑truck operator, and attenuator‑truck operator—all with appropriate certifications. Required equipment includes a 1,000‑gallon spray truck, high‑volume water pump, and an attenuator truck meeting specific safety and performance specs. Work is performed on an hourly basis (8‑hour days) covering travel, set‑up, application, and minor adjustments; major repairs and weather‑related downtime are excluded. The contract is fixed‑price for a 24‑month period, with liquidated damages of $300 per day for delayed start beyond 48 hours. Bids are due September 2, 2026, and the award will be limited to certified small businesses.
• Scope: High‑volume PGR application across Baltimore County right‑of‑way.
• Duration: 24 months, fixed‑price, hourly labor rates.
• Minimum qualifications: 2 years PGR experience, Maryland pesticide business license, foreman & operators certified in Category VI.
• Equipment: 1,000‑gallon spray truck, high‑volume pump, attenuator truck (≥ 25,000 lb GVWR) with safety features.
• Deliverables: Daily Herbicide Team Activity Cards, compliance with SHA Integrated Vegetation Management Manual, timely reporting.
• Payment: Hourly rates (incl. personnel, vehicle, equipment, supplies); invoices due within 15 days, net 30 days.
• Small‑Business Reserve: Award limited to OSBA‑certified small businesses.
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Contact
Cathy Woodard(Procurement Officer / Buyer)