Wharton County Vegetation Control and Chemical Application Bid - Contract 102126
Wharton CountyCounty · Wharton County, TX- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Barbara A. Starling
- (979) 532-9470
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Wharton County, Texas is inviting sealed bids for vegetation control and chemical application services for calendar year 2027, covering Wharton County Precincts 1, 2, 3, 4 and the Drainage Department. The work involves the application of specified herbicides, labor with chemicals supplied by the bidder, and meeting minimum equipment requirements including 2-man crews, 1-ton 4x4 trucks, 500-gallon tanks with mechanical agitation, and 4x4 tractors or skids. Bids must be submitted on a unit price method on the provided bid form and are due by Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to the County Auditor's Office. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of experience applying restricted and non-restricted use herbicides, provide a current State of Texas Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, and meet specified commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and motor vehicle insurance requirements.
Hourly rate for application of specified herbicides and number of hours or dollar amount for minimum, Written proposal indicating equipment and personnel to be used with equipment list, Unit prices for chemical products including Polaris, Garlon 3A, Roundup Pro, Glyphosate, 2-4 D, 90% Non-Ionic Surfactant, Drift Control, MSO, DYNE-AMIC, Trycera, Remedy, Escort, Plateau, Outrider, Method, Grazon Next HL, Induce, Impel, Milestone, And Esplanade
SUMMARY
Wharton County, Texas is inviting sealed bids for vegetation control and chemical application services for calendar year 2027, covering Wharton County Precincts 1, 2, 3, 4 and the Drainage Department.
The work involves the application of specified herbicides, labor with chemicals supplied by the bidder, and meeting minimum equipment requirements including 2-man crews, 1-ton 4x4 trucks, 500-gallon tanks with mechanical agitation, and 4x4 tractors or skids. Bids must be submitted on a unit price method on the provided bid form and are due by Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to the County Auditor's Office. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of experience applying restricted and non-restricted use herbicides, provide a current State of Texas Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, and meet specified commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and motor vehicle insurance requirements.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Hourly rate for application of specified herbicides and number of hours or dollar amount for minimum, Written proposal indicating equipment and personnel to be used with equipment list, Unit prices for chemical products including Polaris, Garlon 3A, Roundup Pro, Glyphosate, 2-4 D, 90% Non-Ionic Surfactant, Drift Control, MSO, DYNE-AMIC, Trycera, Remedy, Escort, Plateau, Outrider, Method, Grazon Next HL, Induce, Impel, Milestone, And Esplanade
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295), Photocopy of current State of Texas Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, Executed Indemnification/Hold Harmless Agreement, Photocopy of recorded assumed name affidavit (d/b/a) if proprietorship or partnership, Certificate of articles of incorporation if corporation, Certificates of insurance
- Submit to
- Wharton County Courthouse Annex, Barbara A. Starling, County Auditor, 309 E. Milam, Suite 300, Wharton, Texas 77488
- Scope location
- Wharton, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Wharton County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 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: Wharton County Courthouse Annex, Barbara A. Starling, County Auditor, 309 E. Milam, Suite 300, Wharton, Texas 77488. For questions, contact Barbara A. Starling.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Wharton County in TX, 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 Barbara A. Starling at (979) 532-9470. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hourly rate for application of specified herbicides and number of hours or dollar amount for minimum, Written proposal indicating equipment and personnel to be used with equipment list, Unit prices for chemical products including Polaris, Garlon 3A, Roundup Pro, Glyphosate, 2-4 D, 90% Non-Ionic Surf. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Wharton County?
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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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 21, 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 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: Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295), Photocopy of current State of Texas Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, Executed Indem. Review the full document from Wharton 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: Wharton, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.