When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 18, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 5, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $250,000 – $750,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by North Carolina Department of Transportation. The work is located in North Carolina, United States.

State Route Shoulder and Median Mowing in Jones and Lenoir Counties (Due November 18, 2026)

SUMMARY

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for routine and cleanup mowing of vegetation along state highway system routes in Jones and Lenoir Counties.

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DESCRIPTION

The North Carolina Department of Transportation requires mowing services for vegetation along state highway system routes within Jones and Lenoir Counties. The contract includes routine and cleanup mowing cycles, with specific requirements for equipment, sign trimming, and traffic control. The contract term is from March 15, 2027, to December 31, 2027, with the possibility of up to four one-year renewals at the discretion of the Department.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be pre-qualified as a Bidder or Purchase Order Contract Prime Contractor
Must have at least one NCDOT Certified Work Zone Supervisor
Must provide minimum equipment: four 60"–90" mowers and four 10'–15' flex wing mowers
Must have at least one 4WD tractor available at the direction of the Engineer
Must maintain legally required insurance coverage including worker's compensation and vehicle liability
Must have at least one English speaking employee on-site during mowing operations
Must provide operational lighting and signing on all equipment as specified
Must comply with plant and pest quarantine regulations

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TIMELINE

Bid opening: November 18th, 2026

Date of availability: March 15th, 2027

Completion date: December 31st, 2027

Issuing Agency

North Carolina Department of Transportation

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State Route Shoulder and Median Mowing in Jones and Lenoir Counties