City of Augusta - Integrated Pest Management Roadside Herbicide Spraying - RFSB No. 226024, 2026
City of AugustaCity · Augusta, ME- Due
- Jun 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Mary Ann Brenchick
- (207) 626-2435
The 30-second brief
The City of Augusta is requesting sealed bids for an Integrated Pest Management licensed applicator to provide monthly herbicide treatments to control emergent weeds along designated sidewalks, roadsides, traffic islands, tree wells, and guardrails (approximately 25 miles of streets and 1.5 miles of guardrails). Work includes inspecting all areas and spraying only where growth is evident once per month during June, July, and August for a minimum of three applications per fiscal year, with potential May and September treatments. Specific areas to be sprayed include gutter lines, curb joints, sidewalks, guardrails, and cracks in pavement or concrete. The submission deadline is June 25, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. Evaluation criteria include cost, scope of services, relevant experience and professional references, and compliance with RFP requirements.
IPM/Roadside Herbicide Spraying per Priority List, Price per mile (one-time application on streets on annual paving list)
Cost (25 pts), Scope of Services (25 pts), Relevant Experience and Professional References (25 pts), Compliance with the RFP requirements (25 pts)
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Summary
The City of Augusta is requesting sealed bids for an Integrated Pest Management licensed applicator to provide monthly herbicide treatments to control emergent weeds along designated sidewalks, roadsides, traffic islands, tree wells, and guardrails (approximately 25 miles of streets and 1.5 miles of guardrails).
Work includes inspecting all areas and spraying only where growth is evident once per month during June, July, and August for a minimum of three applications per fiscal year, with potential May and September treatments. Specific areas to be sprayed include gutter lines, curb joints, sidewalks, guardrails, and cracks in pavement or concrete. The submission deadline is June 25, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. Evaluation criteria include cost, scope of services, relevant experience and professional references, and compliance with RFP requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
IPM/Roadside Herbicide Spraying per Priority List, Price per mile (one-time application on streets on annual paving list)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Form
- Professional Services Agreement Template
- List of Streets
- Evaluation Criteria
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Three references
- Submit to
- City of Augusta, Development Services Office, 1st floor, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330
- Scope location
- Augusta, ME
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Augusta?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Augusta, Development Services Office, 1st floor, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME 04330. For questions, contact Mary Ann Brenchick.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Augusta in ME, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mary Ann Brenchick at (207) 626-2435. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: IPM/Roadside Herbicide Spraying per Priority List, Price per mile (one-time application on streets on annual paving list). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost (25 pts), Scope of Services (25 pts), Relevant Experience and Professional References (25 pts), Compliance with the RFP requirements (25 pts)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Augusta?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Augusta are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Augusta regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Professional Services Agreement Template, List of Streets, Evaluation Criteria, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), three references. Review the full document from City of Augusta for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Augusta, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.