Mason Nursery Soil Fumigation

Illinois has awarded a soil fumigation services contract to TriEst Ag Group, the prime contractor, through the Office of Resource Conservation (RESCONSERV422). The contract, designated as Open Market Small Purchase 27-422DNR-RESCO-P-100939, carries a total value of $65,160.00 and is scheduled for completion by October 31, 2026. Performance is to occur at Mason Nursery in Illinois during the contract period of September 1, 2026 through October 31, 2026, weather permitting.

TriEst Ag Group will provide comprehensive soil fumigation services encompassing all labor, equipment, and chemicals necessary to treat up to 12 acres. The contractor will inject approximately 290 pounds per acre of a gas mixture composed of 80 percent Methyl Bromide and 20 percent Chloropicrin to a soil depth of 10 inches, followed by coverage with continuous, hot-glued totally impermeable film plastic tarp. The contractor must possess all required Environmental Protection Agency permits and Illinois state licenses, maintain the capability to treat up to 12 acres within an 8-hour workday, and execute the work without utilizing subcontractors. All work must comply with applicable EPA regulations and Illinois environmental requirements.