Herbicide to be used in an aerial application on Prairie Creek and Pond 226 on Eglin Air Force Base…

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWCC) awarded a contract on September 3, 2026, for the supply and delivery of herbicide to support an aerial application project at Eglin Air Force Base. The contract, valued at $2,077.40, encompasses the provision of Imazapyr 22.6% Aquatic herbicide totaling 42.5 gallons supplied in 2.5-gallon containers at $48.88 per gallon, including shipping costs. The contract period extends through June 30, 2027, with work commencing upon receipt of a written Notice to Proceed from the FWCC Contract Manager. Project management and contract administration are assigned to Rodney Felix and Zackary Whalen, respectively.

The herbicide application targets Prairie Creek and Pond 226 on Eglin Air Force Base and is designed to reduce woody vegetation encroachment in fire-suppressed wetlands. The project objectives include restoring open herbaceous conditions, improving native wetland plant communities, and enhancing habitat for wetland-dependent wildlife species. This initiative aligns with the FWCC's natural resource management priorities for the state of Florida.