DNR drone work

The State of Illinois, through the Office of Resource Conservation, awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to MKC Ecological Services (Vendor ID: V00034545) on May 27, 2026, with a contract completion date of December 31, 2026. The total contract value is $5,040.00. The primary service consists of drone spraying operations targeting the removal of autumn olive vegetation at Pyramid State Recreation Area. The work scope encompasses up to 28 hours of drone spraying services at an hourly rate of $180 per hour, with the Department reserving the right to reduce contracted hours by up to 10 percent to remain within project budget constraints.

MKC Ecological Services will execute the drone spraying operations in accordance with specifications detailed in the attached scope of work, which delineates contractor qualifications, job specifications, and the geographic parameters of the work location. The contract terms and conditions, including standard provisions applicable to Illinois state procurement, govern the performance requirements and obligations of the contractor throughout the performance period.