North Carolina Department of Transportation ID/IQ Long Arm Mowing Services - MK00208, 2026
North Carolina Department of Transportation | State of North CarolinaState · Raleigh, NC- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Bethany Elmore
- (910) 707-3730
The 30-second brief
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for an ID/IQ contract for long arm mowing services along various primary and secondary routes within Avery, Caldwell, and Watauga counties (Contract ID: MK00208). The work involves removing selected living trees and undesirable living undergrowth from right-of-way areas from top of cut slopes to the bottom of fill slopes, as well as vegetation 5 inches or less hanging over cut/fill slopes. The initial contract term is one year with the option for up to two additional one-year renewal periods, capped at $1,000,000 per year. Bids are due by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM. No bid bonds, payment bonds, performance bonds, or N.C. general contractor's licenses are required for this SBE multi-year maintenance contract.
Long-Arm Mowing – Primary Routes (150 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Secondary Routes (700 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Secondary Unpaved Routes (100 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Full Lane Closure, Divided Highway (TMIA) (15 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Without Full Lane Closure, Divided Highway (75 SHM), Additional Long-Arm Mowing (10 SHM)
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Summary
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for an ID/IQ contract for long arm mowing services along various primary and secondary routes within Avery, Caldwell, and Watauga counties (Contract ID: MK00208).
The work involves removing selected living trees and undesirable living undergrowth from right-of-way areas from top of cut slopes to the bottom of fill slopes, as well as vegetation 5 inches or less hanging over cut/fill slopes. The initial contract term is one year with the option for up to two additional one-year renewal periods, capped at $1,000,000 per year. Bids are due by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM. No bid bonds, payment bonds, performance bonds, or N.C. general contractor's licenses are required for this SBE multi-year maintenance contract.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Long-Arm Mowing – Primary Routes (150 SHM)
- Long-Arm Mowing – Secondary Routes (700 SHM)
- Long-Arm Mowing – Secondary Unpaved Routes (100 SHM)
- Long-Arm Mowing – Full Lane Closure
- Divided Highway (TMIA) (15 SHM)
- Long-Arm Mowing – Without Full Lane Closure
- Divided Highway (75 SHM)
- Additional Long-Arm Mowing (10 SHM)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Entire proposal
- SBE Application for Certification Form
- Execution of Bid – Non-collusion Affidavit
- Debarment Certification and Gift Ban Certification form
- Listing of MBE/WBE Subcontractors
- Award Limits on Multiple Projects form
- Submit to
- N.C. Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, Division 11, ATTN: Bethany Elmore, 801 Statesville Road, P. O. Box 250, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Avery, Caldwell and Watauga Counties, NC
- Reported agency
- North Carolina Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from North Carolina Department of Transportation | State of North Carolina?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 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: N.C. Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, Division 11, ATTN: Bethany Elmore, 801 Statesville Road, P. O. Box 250, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. For questions, contact Bethany Elmore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including North Carolina Department of Transportation | State of North Carolina in NC, 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 Bethany Elmore at (910) 707-3730. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Long-Arm Mowing – Primary Routes (150 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Secondary Routes (700 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Secondary Unpaved Routes (100 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Full Lane Closure, Divided Highway (TMIA) (15 SHM), Long-Arm Mowing – Without Full Lane Closure, Divided Highway (75 SHM), Additional Long. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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: Entire proposal, SBE Application for Certification Form, Execution of Bid – Non-collusion Affidavit, Debarment Certification and Gift Ban Certification form, Listing of MBE/WBE Subcontractors, Award L. Review the full document from North Carolina Department of Transportation | State of North Carolina for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Avery, Caldwell and Watauga Counties, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.