A06_Map.pdf

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for aerial herbicide application services on the Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge in Mentor, Minnesota.

The government is seeking a qualified small business contractor to provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to aerially spray approximately 222 acres of woody vegetation within the refuge. The objective is to promote a higher-quality and more diverse tallgrass prairie habitat. The performance period is August 1 to September 15, 2024, with award of a firm-fixed price contract anticipated based on initial proposals. Vendors must submit per-acre pricing, demonstrate past experience with similar projects, provide evidence of required licenses and insurance, and comply with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations. The solicitation includes a detailed statement of work and map of the project area. The NAICS code is 115310 with a $34 million small business size standard, and this requirement is set aside for small businesses.