Town of Carrabassett Valley - Roadside Vegetation Maintenance - 2026
Town of Carrabassett ValleyCity · Carrabassett Valley, ME- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Garrett Corbin
- (207) 235-2645
The 30-second brief
Town of Carrabassett Valley seeks bids for roadside overhead vegetation clearing at two locations: Carriage Road (approx. 2,200 linear feet from Route 27 to the gate) and Old Huse Mill Road (approx. 500 feet from Route 27 to the airport clearing). Work involves clearing vegetation using sound arboricultural practices up to 3 feet off the edge of the traveled way and 20 feet high, with stumps cut to less than 3 inches above grade, and hauling or disposing of woody material offsite. Bids are due by September 28, 2026, at 12:00 pm (noon) and must include 2 copies mailed or delivered to 1001 Carriage Road, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947. Project completion is required by November 30, 2026. Contractors must show proof of Contractor's Liability, Vehicle Insurance, and Workers' Compensation upon award.
Roadside overhead vegetation clearing on Carriage Road and Old Huse Mill Road
Bid acceptance subject to the discretion of the Town Manager
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Summary
Town of Carrabassett Valley seeks bids for roadside overhead vegetation clearing at two locations: Carriage Road (approx. 2,200 linear feet from Route 27 to the gate) and Old Huse Mill Road (approx. 500 feet from Route 27 to the airport clearing).
Work involves clearing vegetation using sound arboricultural practices up to 3 feet off the edge of the traveled way and 20 feet high, with stumps cut to less than 3 inches above grade, and hauling or disposing of woody material offsite. Bids are due by September 28, 2026, at 12:00 pm (noon) and must include 2 copies mailed or delivered to 1001 Carriage Road, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947. Project completion is required by November 30, 2026. Contractors must show proof of Contractor's Liability, Vehicle Insurance, and Workers' Compensation upon award.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bid acceptance subject to the discretion of the Town Manager
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Roadside overhead vegetation clearing on Carriage Road and Old Huse Mill Road
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
proof of insurance (Contractor's Liability and Vehicle Insurance, Workers' Compensation)
- Submit to
- Bids may be mailed or delivered to the Town Office, 1001 Carriage Road, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947, marked "Invitation to Bid – Roadside Vegetation Maintenance".
- Scope location
- Carrabassett Valley, ME
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Carrabassett Valley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 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: Bids may be mailed or delivered to the Town Office, 1001 Carriage Road, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947, marked "Invitation to Bid – Roadside Vegetation Maintenance".. For questions, contact Garrett Corbin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Carrabassett Valley 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 IFB 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 Garrett Corbin at (207) 235-2645. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Roadside overhead vegetation clearing on Carriage Road and Old Huse Mill Road. 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: "Bid acceptance subject to the discretion of the Town Manager" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Carrabassett Valley?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Carrabassett Valley are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Carrabassett Valley regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: proof of insurance (Contractor's Liability and Vehicle Insurance, Workers' Compensation). Review the full document from Town of Carrabassett Valley for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Carrabassett Valley, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.