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Japanese Knotweed Treatment Services for Minnesota DNR (Wabasha & Winona Counties)

This opportunity from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) focuses on controlling Japanese knotweed across two sites in Wabasha and Winona Counties, totaling 30.7 acres. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - DNR Central Region, Forester's Office - Products/Services Requested: - Japanese knotweed treatment service covering 30.7 acres - Use of targeted foliar herbicide applications with Imazapyr (labeled for forestry and aquatic site use) - Application must include nonionic surfactant and colored dye - Contractor to provide all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, herbicide, and incidentals - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; Imazapyr is the required herbicide - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor must hold appropriate pesticide licenses and demonstrate relevant experience - Use of handheld sprayers only; no mechanized equipment permitted - Geo-referenced treatment data (waypoints and spraying tracks) must be submitted - Emphasis on invasive species prevention and compliance with state regulations - Diversity and inclusion encouraged (minority, women, veteran, and disability-owned businesses) - All costs must be included in the unit price per acre - Estimated contract value is $10,000 - Performance period is approximately one month (September 1 to October 1) - Award to lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications

Description

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for all work necessary to locate and treat Japanese knotweed across two project sites totaling 30.7 acres in Wabasha and Winona Counties. The work includes providing all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, herbicide, and incidentals required to carry out the treatments outlined in the solicitation. The treatment involves targeted foliar herbicide applications using an Imazapyr product labeled for forestry and aquatic site use, aiming to control knotweed while minimizing impacts to native vegetation. The contract term is anticipated from September 1, 2026, to October 1, 2026, with an estimated contract value of $10,000. Responses must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by August 21, 2026, 2:00 PM CDT.

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