CAA - Additional Filtration Phase 1

The Master Agreement IDV provides aquatic vegetation control and management services throughout Florida's waterways under the Cooperative Aquatic Plant Control Program. Services include the mechanical and chemical control of invasive aquatic plant species, specifically addressing floating plants such as water hyacinth and water lettuce, as well as submerged vegetation including hydrilla. The contract authorizes the application of approved herbicides including 2,4-D liquid, Diquat, Flumioxazin, and Penoxsulam to manage invasive species and maintain navigation channels. These services support habitat protection and restoration efforts across multiple waterways, including rivers, springs, and creeks designated for conservation management.

Applied Aquatic Management Inc. serves as the prime contractor under this Master Agreement administered by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The contract is effective from March 25, 2026, through June 30, 2027, and covers service delivery throughout Florida. This is a Master Agreement contract type that establishes the framework for task assignments and change orders related to aquatic plant management activities, allowing the state to request specific vegetation control work across designated water bodies as operational needs arise.