Cobb County - FY27-FY28 Easement Maintenance Services (Rebid) - Program No. C0181A (2026)
Cobb CountyCounty · Marietta, GA- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Linda Weaver
- (770) 419-6334
The 30-second brief
Cobb County Water System is issuing a solicitation for FY27-FY28 Easement Maintenance Services (Rebid), Program No. C0181A. The scope of work consists of clearing of overgrown vegetation along utility facility easements or on designated properties, annual mowing of previously cleared easements and properties, and herbicidal applications for vegetation control where directed within the Cobb County Water System service area. Quantities include project initiation fee, normal easement clearing (4,850,000 SF), heavy easement clearing (790,000 SF), easement mowing (65,500,000 SF), herbicide application (8,500,000 SF), specialty hand clearing (160 HR), tree removal, tree stump removal, standard gate installation, and additional work allowance. Contract duration includes Cobb County fiscal years FY27 and FY28 through September 30, 2028, with provisions for Owner option to extend for three additional one-year periods. Submissions are due by 12:00 PM on October 22, 2026, via the County's eProcurement Portal. A bid bond of $25,000 is required, and successful bidders must furnish a performance bond and payment bond of $500,000 each. Contractors must possess a valid Georgia Department of Agriculture Pesticide Contractor's License and meet specific experience requirements.
1. Project Initiation Fee, 2. Normal Easement Clearing (4, 850, 000 SF), 3. Heavy Easement Clearing (790, 000 SF), 4. Easement Mowing (65, 500, 000 SF), 5. Herbicide Application (8, 500, 000 SF), 6. Specialty Hand Clearing (160 HR), 7. Tree Removal (up to 6-inch, 6-inch to 12-inch, 12-inch to 24-inch, 24-inch plus), 8. Tree Stump Removal (up to 6-inch, 6-inch to 12-inch, 12-inch to 24-inch, 24-inch plus), 9. Standard Gate Installation, 10. Additional Work Allowance ($100, 000)
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Summary
Cobb County Water System is issuing a solicitation for FY27-FY28 Easement Maintenance Services (Rebid), Program No.
C0181A. The scope of work consists of clearing of overgrown vegetation along utility facility easements or on designated properties, annual mowing of previously cleared easements and properties, and herbicidal applications for vegetation control where directed within the Cobb County Water System service area. Quantities include project initiation fee, normal easement clearing (4,850,000 SF), heavy easement clearing (790,000 SF), easement mowing (65,500,000 SF), herbicide application (8,500,000 SF), specialty hand clearing (160 HR), tree removal, tree stump removal, standard gate installation, and additional work allowance. Contract duration includes Cobb County fiscal years FY27 and FY28 through September 30, 2028, with provisions for Owner option to extend for three additional one-year periods. Submissions are due by 12:00 PM on October 22, 2026, via the County's eProcurement Portal. A bid bond of $25,000 is required, and successful bidders must furnish a performance bond and payment bond of $500,000 each. Contractors must possess a valid Georgia Department of Agriculture Pesticide Contractor's License and meet specific experience requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1. Project Initiation Fee, 2. Normal Easement Clearing (4, 850, 000 SF), 3. Heavy Easement Clearing (790, 000 SF), 4. Easement Mowing (65, 500, 000 SF), 5. Herbicide Application (8, 500, 000 SF), 6. Specialty Hand Clearing (160 HR), 7. Tree Removal (up to 6-inch, 6-inch to 12-inch, 12-inch to 24-inch, 24-inch plus), 8. Tree Stump Removal (up to 6-inch, 6-inch to 12-inch, 12-inch to 24-inch, 24-inch plus), 9. Standard Gate Installation, 10. Additional Work Allowance ($100, 000)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid bond
- Contractor's statement of qualifications
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Georgia security and immigration compliance act compliance affidavit
- Disadvantaged business enterprise identification form
- Certificate of liability insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cobbcoga
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Marietta, GA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cobb County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cobbcoga. For questions, contact Linda Weaver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cobb County in GA, 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 Linda Weaver at (770) 419-6334. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1. Project Initiation Fee, 2. Normal Easement Clearing (4, 850, 000 SF), 3. Heavy Easement Clearing (790, 000 SF), 4. Easement Mowing (65, 500, 000 SF), 5. Herbicide Application (8, 500, 000 SF), 6. Specialty Hand Clearing (160 HR), 7. Tree Removal (up to 6-inch, 6-inch to 12-inch, 12-inch to 24-inc. 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: "Lowest responsive, responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cobb County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cobb County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cobb County 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 bond, contractor's statement of qualifications, non-collusion affidavit, Georgia security and immigration compliance act compliance affidavit, disadvantaged business enterprise identification form. Review the full document from Cobb County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Marietta, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.