Wisconsin Vendornet Platform #28479-WEG

Wisconsin Opportunities: Senior Employment Program, Invasive Species Control, and Flatbed Trailer Procurement

This release summarizes three procurement opportunities from Wisconsin state agencies:

• Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD):

  • Seeks applications for the Wisconsin Senior Employment (WISE) Program, a federally funded initiative supporting unemployed, low-income individuals aged 55+ with part-time community service employment and training.
  • Approximately 200 participant positions are authorized statewide, with an estimated annual funding of $1.8 million (at least 80% for participant wages and benefits).
  • Applicants must demonstrate capacity to serve both urban and rural areas and coordinate with local workforce programs.
  • No specific OEMs or vendors are named.

• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) – Invasive Species Control:

  • Solicits bids for aerial herbicide spraying and drone reconnaissance/mapping services targeting invasive species (e.g., non-native phragmites, hybrid cattail, purple loosestrife, brush) across 13 DNR-managed properties.
  • Herbicides specified include Imazapyr (27%-29%), Aquamaster, Milestone (aminopyralid), Triclopyr (Element 4 or Garlon 4), Escort XP, and Garlon 3A.
  • Services include drone mapping (over 500 acres) and herbicide application (over 350 acres), with contracts awarded per property package (up to 10 awards per vendor).
  • Federal funding restrictions apply at some sites, requiring compliance with OMB and Federal Register guidance.
  • Notable requirements: precise herbicide application rates, coordination with hunting seasons, and compliance with federal funding rules.

• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) – Flatbed Trailers:

  • Requests bids for three fifth-wheel flatbed trailers (two 24ft, one 20ft), each with a 5ft self-cleaning beaver tail and two spring-loaded flip-over ramps.
  • Trailers must meet detailed specifications (24,000 lbs GVW, tandem 12,000 lb axles, electric brakes, steel rims, toolboxes, and minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty with Wisconsin servicing dealer).
  • Delivery to Lake Mills, WI; bidders must provide references and meet all mandatory specs.
  • No specific OEMs are named; award based on lowest qualified bid.

Description

This Request for Bid (RFB) will result in a statewide mandatory Contract for the printing and manufacturing of envelopes. This includes printing on one or two sides with one or multiple inks by the inkjet, lithographic, or flexographic process on white wove and color papers. The Bid includes normal finishing operations such as standard glue, latex gum, and metal clasp. Quantities range from 1,000 to over 2,000,000 in specified increments depending on envelope type. The Contractor is responsible for providing all materials and services necessary for manufacture and delivery, including insured shipping, proofs, and return of artwork and samples with invoices.

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