City of Menlo Park PlanetBids #141551

Annual Goat Grazing Services for Vegetation Management at Sharon Hills Park and Sharon Park, Menlo Park, CA

This opportunity involves annual goat vegetation maintenance services for Sharon Hills Park and Sharon Park in Menlo Park, CA. - Government Buyer: - City of Menlo Park Public Works Department, Parks Office - Vendors Mentioned: - GSA Contract Services, LLC - Star Creek Land Stewards, Inc. - Products/Services Requested: - Annual goat grazing for weed abatement and fire prevention - Service includes supply and management of goats, at least one livestock guardian dog, portable fencing, temporary pen, food, water, and sanitary bedding - All labor, materials, equipment, and supervision required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No toxic chemical sprays or mechanized equipment allowed - Compliance with California Department of Food and Agriculture best practices - Contractor must have at least 10 years of experience - 24/7 onsite personnel and on-call veterinarian required - City will supply potable water where available - Adherence to prevailing wage laws - Place of Performance: - Sharon Hills Park (12.5 acres), Menlo Park, CA - Sharon Park (9.83 acres, 1100 Monte Rosa Dr.), Menlo Park, CA - City of Menlo Park Public Works Department, 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 - Contract Duration: - Three-year agreement for annual services, with all grazing completed by June 31 each year.

Description

The City of Menlo Park Public Works Department seeks proposals from experienced contractors to provide goat vegetation maintenance services at Sharon Hills Park and Sharon Park. The contractor shall provide all labor, material, equipment, and supervision for goat grazing for weed abatement and fire prevention, avoiding toxic chemical sprays and mechanized equipment. The project aligns with the City's Integrated Pest Management Plan and Climate Action Plan and is intended as a three-year agreement for annual services. The contractor must supply livestock guardian dogs, portable fencing, and ensure all grazing is completed by June 31, following California Department of Food and Agriculture best practices.

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