Herbicide application multiple wildlife areas

Herbicide application of trees and shrubs on reclaimed strip-mined properties listed below. The wildlife areas listed below are all reclaimed strip-mined land with autumn olive, black locust, honeysuckle, and other woody species invading the herbaceous reclamation areas. The density of woody vegetation varies from very little to near closed canopy. It is the responsibility of the vendor to research all aspects of completing treatment including consideration for access, treatment methods, staging areas, topography, vegetation density, and all other considerations necessary.

Potential bidders are required to attend a pre-bid on-site visit at each of the wildlife areas listed in (c) which the vendor wishes to submit a bid. Bids submitted by vendors not in attendance will not be considered. The objectives of the onsite pre-bid meetings are to orient vendors with the scope of work, the areas to be treated, connect with onsite staff, ask questions about the scope, etc.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder by line item. Vendors are not required to bid on all areas and may enter $0 for wildlife areas they don’t wish to bid. Vendors must attest they will attempt to complete the entirety of all awarded work by June 30, 2025 without an extension. DOW may not award locations at its sole discretion based on budgetary considerations and other project factors.