New York State Contract Reporter #NI-WR-2019-002-01

Invasive Species Removal Service at Buckhorn Island State Park – West River Shoreline Trail

This opportunity involves a one-time service contract for the removal of invasive plant species along a 0.23-acre section of the West River Shoreline Trail at Buckhorn Island State Park, managed by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (NYS OPRHP). - Government Buyer: - New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (NYS OPRHP) - Division of Environmental Stewardship & Planning - Niagara Region - Offices at DeVeaux Woods State Park, Niagara Falls, NY - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; this is a service-based solicitation. - Products/Services Requested: - Invasive species removal service targeting: - Bull thistle (Cirsium vulgare) - Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense) - Knapweed (Centaurea spp.) - Method: Targeted foliar spray of basal rosettes using approved herbicides (e.g., Aminopyralid or Clopyralid based products; glyphosate not approved) - Area: Approximately 0.23 acres along the West River Shoreline Trail - Restoration of disturbed areas and final inspection included - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Bidders must hold a certified NYSDEC Pesticide Applicators License - Documentation of at least three similar completed projects required - Classified as public work under New York Labor Law (prevailing wage and contractor registration required) - No MWBE, SDVOB, or DBE goals - Place of Performance: - West River Shoreline Trail, Buckhorn Island State Park, Erie County, NY - Administrative office at 3160 DeVeaux Woods Drive, Niagara Falls, NY 14305

Description

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation is soliciting quotes for a one-time service contract to remove invasive species including Bull thistle, Canada Thistle, and Knapweed along a 0.23-acre stretch of the West River Shoreline Trail at Buckhorn Island State Park. The work involves targeted herbicide application via foliar spray of basal rosettes. Bidders must have a certified NYSDEC Pesticide Applicators License and demonstrate experience with at least three similar projects. The contract term is one-time service with a due date for quotes on May 5, 2026.

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