Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-25-1760-ADMIN-001-132930

Lake Garfield Eurasian Watermilfoil Removal Services (DASH, Mechanical Harvesting, Benthic Barriers)

This opportunity from the Town of Monterey, Massachusetts, focuses on removing the invasive Eurasian watermilfoil from Lake Garfield. - Government Buyer: - Town of Monterey, managed by Town Administrator Roger MacDonald - Coordination required with the Lake Garfield Working Group - Methods Required: - Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting (DASH) - Mechanical Harvesting (MH) - Movable Benthic Barriers (MBB) - Services Requested: - Removal of Eurasian watermilfoil in two phases (Fall 2026 and Spring 2027) - Bidders must submit cost proposals for man-hours for each method and phase - Certified scuba divers required for DASH - Detailed daily reporting, including GPS logs and mesh bag counts - Strict disposal protocols to prevent contamination of other water bodies - Compliance with Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (prohibiting the take of Vaseys Pondweed) - Notable Requirements: - All activities must be coordinated with the Lake Garfield Working Group - Use of floating curtains to minimize plant fragmentation - Contract value capped at $55,500 - Statement of qualifications and list of certified equipment required - Contract may be extended for up to two additional years at the Town's discretion - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; bidders must provide their own certified equipment.

Description

The Town of Monterey is soliciting price quotes from bidders to remove Eurasian watermilfoil from Lake Garfield using three methods: Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting (DASH), Mechanical Harvesting, and Movable Benthic Barriers. The work is to be conducted during the period July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Bidders must submit written price quotes and required documentation by September 14, 2026. The contract includes specific requirements for collection, disposal, reporting, and equipment certification.

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