Tennessee Department of General Services #32701-13876

Invasive Species Removal Services at Savage Gulf State Park, TN

This opportunity seeks contractors for invasive species removal at Savage Gulf State Park in Beersheba Springs, Tennessee. - Government Buyer: - Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (primary) - Tennessee Department of General Services, Central Procurement Office (contracting office) - Key contacts: Aaron Reid (Park Manager), Sydney Loomans (Solicitation Coordinator) - Scope of Work: - Removal of invasive and unwanted vegetation across approximately 110 acres in 21 designated units within Savage Gulf State Park - Services include mastication, cutting, stump treatment with approved herbicides (notably triclopyr, with aquatic-approved formulations required in wetlands), trimming, debris management, and specialized handling in wetlands and along water edges - Contractors must provide all materials, equipment, supplies, and labor - Equipment operation is restricted in wetlands; environmental protections and erosion control measures must be followed - Requirements: - Contractor must hold a valid Tennessee Building Construction (BC) or Landscaping (BC-29) license - Compliance with state codes, standards, and best practices is mandatory - Contractors are responsible for all permits, insurance, and site restoration - For bids over $100,000, a payment bond of 25% of the contract price is required - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs or part numbers for equipment; triclopyr herbicide (aquatic-approved in wetlands) is specified for chemical treatment - One-time purchase contract for invasive species removal services - Award: - Single award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for all line items - Place of Performance: - Savage Gulf State Park, 1183 Stone Door Road, Beersheba Springs, TN 37305 - Notable Details: - Project must be completed within a defined period (approximately 3.5 weeks, with completion by June 20) - No option years or recurring subscription; this is a one-time project

Description

This solicitation is an invitation to bid for the removal of invasive and unwanted vegetation at Savage Gulf State Park in Tennessee. The contractor is required to provide all materials, equipment, supplies, and labor necessary to masticate, cut, and treat invasive species across approximately 110 acres in designated areas. The work includes specific instructions for handling vegetation of various sizes, treatment of stumps with approved herbicides, and adherence to environmental protections such as avoiding wetlands. Bidders must hold a valid Building Construction or Landscaping license and comply with all state regulations and best practices. The contract work must be completed by June 20, 2026, with bids due by May 8, 2026.

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