Asian longhorned beetle eradication program survey clermont county ohio

The Ohio Invitation to Bid (ITB007631) is a specialized Indefinite Delivery Vehicle focused on Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Eradication Program Survey services in Clermont County. The contract enables comprehensive tree surveys to detect and delimit beetle infestations across approximately 17,000 acres, with surveyors conducting ground and climbing inspections of host trees including maples, horse chestnuts, birches, and other specified tree genera. The IDV's primary purpose is to support targeted pest management and forest health monitoring, with specific requirements for surveyor qualifications, training, equipment, data collection, and quality control protocols.

The contract is awarded to Davey Resource Group, Inc. based in Kent, Ohio, through the State of Ohio's Department of Administrative Services, General Services Division. The initial contract period runs from September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2025, with potential renewals extending to July 31, 2028. As a competitive selection contract, it is specifically designed for use by the Ohio Department of Agriculture, with firm pricing for the first 12 months and potential economic adjustments thereafter. The contract type allows for mandatory use within the specified geographic scope of Clermont County, Ohio, and provides a structured approach to addressing specific environmental management needs.