Roadside Litter/Trash pickup and removal is an essential maintenance activity which contributes to motorists’ safety, sign visibility, vegetation control and roadside appearance. Litter/Trash pickup and removal must be routinely performed year-round on state highways. This work is the furnishing of all material, equipment, personnel, liability insurance, safety equipment and best operational practices necessary for the efficient pickup and removal of roadside Litter/Trash under this contract. The services provided shall be consistent with standard operating procedures and applicable Federal, State, Local laws, rules, and regulations for the protection of public health and the environment, including following OSHA safety requirements. The Contractor shall remove and dispose of all litter and debris four inches and larger in size from all areas within PennDOT’s right of way. This work will take place as directed by the District Roadside Specialist or Designee on an as needed basis. Highway mileposts, interchanges or other physical landmarks may be used to designate starting and stopping points.
