DNR Apple River Canyon NP Hemlock Help

The State of Illinois, through the Office of Resource Conservation, has awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Deep Roots Restoration (Vendor ID V00039340) in the amount of $9,525.00. The contract was awarded on April 27, 2026, with a completion date of December 31, 2027. The contract encompasses invasive poison hemlock control services at Apple River Canyon Nature Preserve, with performance authorized for up to 139 hours of work at a rate of $75.00 per hour, though the Department reserves the right to reduce hours to remain within project budget constraints.

The scope of work is governed by attached job specifications, site maps, and Standard Terms and Conditions. The contract represents a small purchase procurement mechanism and is structured to address the removal and management of invasive poison hemlock species at the specified preserve location. Deep Roots Restoration will execute the environmental management and restoration services during the contract performance period extending through December 31, 2027.