Snow Removal Services - Washington County Highway

The Washington County (MD) Department of Public Works is issuing a Request for Expressions of Interest (REOI) for snow plowing, removal, and salting services on its county highways. The contract is non‑exclusive, on‑call, and will be awarded on a multiple‑award basis to vendors located within a 30‑mile radius of the service sections (Central, Southern, Eastern, Western). The term is one year (Nov 1 2026 – Apr 30 2027) with up to four optional one‑year renewals. Vendors must indicate which highway sections they can service and submit required equipment lists, debarment/suspension certifications, and pay‑rate proposals. No minimum or maximum hours are guaranteed; work is triggered by weather events. • Service area: Washington County highways (four geographic sections) • Contract type: On‑call, multiple‑award, renewable up to 5 years total • Required vendor location: Business within 30 mi of each section • Submission deadline: 3 PM ET, 2 Sept 2026 (online) • Pre‑conference (optional): 10 AM ET, 5 Aug 2026 (in‑person/teleconference) • Pay rates (per hour): $160 (single‑axle dump truck w/ plow & spreader), $145 (skid loader/Bobcat), $130 (small plow truck) • Flat‑rate retainer: $500 per required vehicle per term after inspection • Evaluation: Meets predefined criteria; all compliant bidders receive a contract.