Weed Abatement Services

Solano County - General Services - Facilities Operations Division has issued invitation for bids, solicitation 988-0824-26.

The County of Solano, Department of General Services - Facilities Operations Division, hereinafter referred to as the "County", intends to secure a three-year contract with a qualified Proposer to provide Weed Abatement Services. This project focuses on reducing fire hazards by removing or minimizing flammable vegetation and maintaining clear, safe conditions across all properties listed in the solicitation. A combined approach of discing, mowing, herbicide treatments, and hand trimming shall be used to achieve these objectives while maintaining compliance with applicable fire codes and local ordinances.

Weed abatement is an essential maintenance service that supports fire prevention, property safety, and regulatory compliance across Solano County. Due to the region’s dry climate and heightened seasonal fire risks, unmanaged vegetation can quickly become hazardous, impacting both property conditions and public safety. Regular weed abatement ensures that all sites remain clear of overgrowth, reducing fire fuel loads and maintaining a clean, professional appearance. Properties typically require three (3) weed abatement services per year, these services are typically scheduled around key growth cycles to stay ahead of seasonal vegetation patterns. By maintaining this annual rhythm, properties avoid rapid overgrowth, ensure compliance with local requirements, and reduce the likelihood of emergency vegetation removal during critical fire periods. With multiple locations in Solano County requiring service, a coordinated weed abatement plan ensures consistent maintenance standards across all sites. Regular services provide predictable budgeting, streamlined oversight, and enhanced safety for employees, visitors, and surrounding neighborhoods. This approach keeps every property properly maintained and aligned with county guidelines year‑round.

Responses are due October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM PDT.

Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM PDT.

A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for September 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM PDT at 675 Texas Street, Suite 2500, Fairfield CA, 94533 - Initial meeting location prior to site walk. Non-Mandatory.

Commodity categories: Weed/Brush Control Services; Roadside, Grounds, Recreational And Park Area Services; Grounds Maintenance: Mowing, Edging, Plant (Not Tree) Trimming, etc.; Weed and Vegetation Control (Including Trees, Shrubs and Aquatic Weed Control).

Contact: Justine Jackson, Buyer (jmjackson@solanocounty.gov, (707) 784-6976).

4 documents are attached to the notice: PO TERMS_CONDITIONS; WEED ABATEMENT LOCATIONS_AERIAL VIEW; Pre-Proposal Meeting Sign-In Sheet; 2026 AERIAL VIEW - WEED ABATEMENT LOCATIONS.

The full solicitation document, addenda and the question-and-answer thread are on the agency's OpenGov portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/solanocounty/projects/296199. Responses are submitted electronically there, and a free vendor account is required before you can upload one.