Dept of Management Services Florida #24-01

Professional Services for Inventory and Management of Invasive Dune Plant Species in Atlantic Beach, FL

The City of Atlantic Beach, Florida is seeking professional ecological services to address invasive and non-native plant species along 2.5 miles of coastal dunes. - Government Buyer: - City of Atlantic Beach, FL (Procurement Manager: Patty Drake) - Scope of Work: - Conduct a comprehensive inventory of invasive and non-native dune plant species (e.g., Wedelia, Mother of Millions) - Map and document species locations with photographs and field validation - Develop a management plan for removal and disposal of invasive species - Recommend and plan for reestablishment of native vegetation, especially sea oats - Collaborate with city staff and community stakeholders on the management plan - Notable Requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in dune ecology and invasive species management - Detailed project team qualifications required - Cost proposal must specify overhead and profit limitations - No specific OEMs or commercial product vendors are named; this is a professional services opportunity

Description

The City of Atlantic Beach, FL is soliciting proposals for professional services to manage invasive and noninvasive dune plant species along approximately 2.5 miles of coastal dunes. The scope includes conducting an inventory of invasive and non-native species, developing a management plan to reduce or remove these species, and reestablishing appropriate native vegetation such as sea oats. The project aims to stabilize the dune system to protect the community from storm surge and support native wildlife habitat. Proposals are due by December 1, 2023.

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