Pinellas County Opengov #23-0168-RFP-AJM

Pinellas County Invasive Vegetation Species Management Services Procurement

Pinellas County is seeking vendors for countywide invasive vegetation species management services: - Government Buyer: - Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners, Parks and Conservation Department, Purchasing and Risk Management Division - Scope of Work: - Countywide control and removal of upland and wetland invasive exotic plant species (e.g., Brazilian pepper, Chinese tallow) - Services include herbicide treatment, hand removal, and off-site disposal of vegetation - 95% kill rate required for treated areas - Licensed supervisors and compliance with Florida regulations are mandatory - Site visits required for per-acre quotes; maintenance retreatments as needed - Products/Services Requested: - Invasive plant species removal (per acre) - Herbicide treatment (with licensed applicator supervision) - Manual removal (cutting, chemical stump treatment, off-site disposal) - Additional related vegetation management services - Off-site disposal fee (lump sum) - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must provide both upland and wetland invasive species management - Proper disposal of removed vegetation is required - Price adjustments allowed per extension (up to CPI or 6%) - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are listed; focus is on service delivery and regulatory compliance

Description

This solicitation is for the management of invasive vegetation species in Pinellas County, Florida. The project includes services such as vegetation control and removal, bedding plants and cuttings, clearing and grubbing, and weed and vegetation control including trees, shrubs, and aquatic weed control. The procurement is conducted through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The contract duration is from May 24, 2023, to May 23, 2027, with an estimated value of $150,000. The place of performance is Clearwater, FL.

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