Description
The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) is seeking a qualified, certified small‑business vendor to provide roadside herbicide spraying services on various state roadways in Worcester County for a two‑year fixed‑price contract. The contractor must supply its own equipment, a two‑person crew, and all required licenses and certifications, and will be paid on an all‑inclusive “per crew‑day” basis (approximately 40 crew‑days over the contract term). Work will commence around October 1 2026 and continue for 24 months, with daily work orders issued by the Engineer. The contract is a Small Business Reserve (SBR) procurement, requiring GOSBA certification, and includes strict environmental, safety, and insurance requirements.
• Scope: Herbicide application, mixing, equipment operation, traffic control support, and post‑application reporting.
• Duration: 2 years (approx. 40 crew‑days).
• Location: Multiple roadways throughout Worcester County, MD.
• Requirements: Maryland pesticide applicator licenses, own trucks & spray units, 3 years relevant experience, small‑business reserve certification.
• Payment: Firm‑fixed price, per crew‑day rate; invoices submitted electronically.
• Mandatory qualifications: Small‑business reserve status, applicable licenses, insurance minimums (CGL $1M/$2M, workers’ comp, auto).