City of Hayward - Weed and Rubbish Abatement Services City Owned Property - RFQ 27-002 (2026)
City of HaywardCity · Hayward, CA- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Richard Nield
- (510) 583-8907
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Summary
The City of Hayward is seeking an experienced and qualified contractor to perform large scale weed abatement, vegetation management, defensible space creation, and rubbish removal from city-owned property, roadsides, and structures to reduce and remove ladder fuel.
Services include cutting and removing grass, limbing trees (6ft to 15ft), trimming bushes, total removal of shrubs under tree canopy, cutting 20ft radii under trees, and completely removing Pampas grass with herbicide treatment. The specified locations include Oakes Dr, Carisbrook Ct, Skyline Dr firebreak, Barn Rock Dr, Jackson St, Silva ditch, Palomares Rd, Hayward Blvd, Dryden Ct, Folsom Ave Drain Canal, Spring Dr city lots, and Eden Shores overpass slopes. Work is to be commenced by May 4 and completed by June 30 annually for the contract term. Submission deadline is December 3, 2026, with questions due by November 12, 2026. Vendors must comply with prevailing wage requirements, business license rules, and comprehensive insurance and safety standards.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- General Provisions
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Nondiscriminatory Affirmative Action Cert Statement
- Non-nuclear
- Cover Letter
- Proposal
- Contractor Agreement
- Exhibit A. Scope of Work
- Exhibit B. Insurance
- Exhibit C. Certifications
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/hayward-ca
- Scope location
- Hayward, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Hayward?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/hayward-ca. For questions, contact Richard Nield.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Hayward in CA, 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 RFQ 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 Richard Nield at (510) 583-8907. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: General Provisions, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Nondiscriminatory Affirmative Action Cert Statement, Non-nuclear, Cover Letter, Proposal, Contractor Agreement, Exhibit A. Scope of Work, Exhibit B. Insura. Review the full document from City of Hayward for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hayward, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.