Ohio spongy moth aerial spraying program

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has established an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for aerial spraying services, specifically focused on spongy moth aerial treatment across the state. The contract enables procurement of specialized agricultural aviation services, including fixed-wing and helicopter aircraft for insecticide application in forested and residential areas. Covered services encompass aerial application of specific insecticides such as Bacillus thuringiensis (Btk), Dimilin 4L, Mimic 2LV, and Gypchek, with historical treatment averaging approximately 4,100 acres annually.

The IDV (Competitive Selection ITB018952) is awarded to Al's Aerial Spraying, LLC and will be administered by the DAS General Services Division. The contract is effective from March 8, 2024, to February 28, 2027, with potential renewal for up to two additional years. Covering the entire state of Ohio, this competitive selection contract is structured to provide comprehensive aerial spraying capabilities, including aircraft, pilots, ground support, insecticides, and associated equipment. The contract type allows for flexible procurement of agricultural and forestry-related aerial services, with a total focus on spongy moth population management and forest health protection.