Unit Price Contract for Earth Works

This contract establishes a unit‑price “pay‑as‑you‑go” arrangement for earth‑works services in Washington County, Maryland. Six vendors were awarded the contract and each submitted hourly rates for equipment, labor, materials, and accessories. The agency will issue work orders as needed, and payment will be based on actual quantities multiplied by the agreed unit rates. • Scope covers excavation, compaction, loading, dumping, trenching, plowing, pneumatic boring, and related site‑preparation activities. • Detailed hourly equipment rates are provided for loaders, backhoes, dozers, excavators, dump trucks, and various attachments. • Labor rates include foreman and general‑labor positions, with both regular and emergency rates where applicable. • Material unit prices and mark‑up percentages are listed for rip‑rap, stone, topsoil, seed, mulch, and disposal services. • Multiple vendors enable the agency to select the most cost‑effective provider for each line‑item, creating competition across equipment and services.