DNR George Fell Nature Preserve Invasive Species Control in High Quality areas

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources, specifically the Office of Resource Conservation (RESCONSERV422), has awarded a contract to ENCAP, Inc. for invasive species control at George B. Fell Nature Preserve. The contract, identified as Open Market Small Purchase 26-422DNR-RESCO-P-86660, has a total value of $29,949.00 and is scheduled for performance from September 23, 2025, to March 31, 2027.

The contract comprises two primary line items: the first authorizes up to 399 hours of invasive species control work at the nature preserve, with detailed specifications, contractor qualifications, and a job map included in the scope of work. The second line item provides for additional work beyond the initial 399-hour allocation. The Department of Natural Resources retains the right to adjust contract hours to maintain project budget constraints, and vendors were required to submit documentation of relevant experience during the bidding process.