Description
The State of Maine’s Department of Defense, Veterans & Emergency Management is seeking qualified contractors to provide snow‑plowing and sanding services for the Augusta Armory. The work covers the primary parking lot, access roads, fire lanes, and ancillary areas from November through April each year. The contract is initially for one year (Nov 1 2026 – Oct 31 2027) with up to four optional one‑year extensions, potentially extending the overall term to April 30 2031. The solicitation includes a site walk‑through on July 16 2026, a question‑and‑answer period ending July 17 2026, and a bid submission deadline of July 23 2026 at 4 pm local time. Bidders must submit a completed cost worksheet, proof of required equipment (5‑yard loader, ≥ 1‑ton plow truck, sanders), insurance certificates, and personnel vetting documentation.
• Scope: Snow‑plowing and sanding when ≥ 2 inches of precipitation occurs; clearing priority areas by 6 am; proper snow‑pile handling and ice‑treatment using approved sand‑salt mixtures.
• Requirements: Minimum equipment list, federal background checks for personnel, general liability ≥ $1 M, workers’ comp, business auto coverage, and optional hourly rates for work outside the defined scope.
• Timeline: Walk‑through 7/16/26, questions 7/17/26, bid due 7/23/26 4 pm; contract starts 11/1/26.