Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2026-778
Herbicide Treatment for Buckthorn Removal in Waukenabo State Forest, MN
Posted
March 31, 2026
Respond By
April 09, 2026
Identifier
2026-778
NAICS
115310
This opportunity involves the State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources seeking bids for herbicide treatment to remove buckthorn in Waukenabo State Forest, Aitkin County. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Contact: Pauline Ann Arnst (DNR) - Products/Services Requested: - Hand/wand application of herbicide to treat buckthorn plants (diameter less than 1 inch up to 3.5 inches) - Total treatment area: 26.5 acres in Waukenabo State Forest - Service includes all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals - Approved herbicides include Garlon 4 Ultra or equivalent - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All applicators must hold a Minnesota Department of Agriculture commercial herbicide applicator license (Category A plus J or equivalent) - Proof of licensure must be submitted with the bid - Payment is based on satisfactorily completed acres - Bids must be submitted electronically via the SWIFT Supplier Portal - The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications - Locations: - Place of performance: Waukenabo State Forest, Aitkin County, MN - Delivery/government facility: 1200 Minnesota Ave S, Aitkin, MN 56431-7402 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but Garlon 4 Ultra (by Corteva Agriscience) is referenced as an approved herbicide.
Description
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for hand/wand herbicide treatment of buckthorn plants ranging from less than 1 inch to 3.5 inches in diameter across 26.5 acres in Waukenabo State Forest, Aitkin County. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal, with no email or fax responses accepted. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, and the unit price must include all costs necessary for project completion.