20260812_WestDesert_AerialHerbicide_i_Plateau.shx

This file is a shapefile component (.shx) related to a Request for Quotes issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing in conjunction with the Division of Wildlife Resources for aerial herbicide application services. The RFQ seeks to treat 4,541 acres across Juab, Tooele, and Utah Counties with post-fire aerial herbicide. The procurement is structured as a competitive quote process where responsive and responsible vendors will be evaluated based on objective criteria outlined in the RFQ, with the contract awarded to the vendor submitting the lowest cost proposal that meets all specifications. Vendors are restricted to submitting a single primary bid, with any multiple or alternate quotes being rejected. Exceptions to the RFQ specifications must be protested in writing to the Division of Purchasing prior to the closing date.

The shapefile itself appears to be geographic boundary or location data for the West Desert aerial herbicide treatment area, which supports the spatial definition of the 4,541-acre project scope across the three Utah counties. Evaluation will be conducted on responsiveness and compliance with stated specifications under the Utah Procurement Code. The State reserves the right to solicit additional quotes through various methods permitted under applicable procurement regulations. Pricing terms will be based on the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted, with the award structure designed to ensure cost-effective treatment of the post-fire vegetation management area.