DNR - Siloam Springs SP - Stiltgrass Treatment 2026

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources, specifically the Office of Resource Conservation (RESCONSERV422), has awarded a contract to Nelson Land Management for invasive species control at Siloam Springs State Park. The primary service involves foliar spraying to control Japanese stiltgrass (Microstegium vimineum) in woodland areas, with the primary objective of improving wildlife habitat. The contract, identified as Open Market Small Purchase 26-422DNR-RESCO-P-87666, has a total contract value of $14,940.00 and is scheduled for performance between October 14, 2025, and December 31, 2026.

The contract includes two line items: the primary service of invasive species management with a focus on Japanese stiltgrass control, and a secondary provision for additional labor hours beyond an initial 100-hour allocation. The contractor, Nelson Land Management, will be responsible for executing the spraying during the growing season and ensuring treatment occurs prior to seed development. The contract type is classified as an Open Market Small Purchase, indicating a streamlined procurement process typical for smaller-scale government service agreements.