FY27 Dove Field Contract Summary

This is a statewide dove field contract document from the State of Ohio. The contract involves the maintenance and management of dove field sites across Ohio during fiscal year 2027. The scope of work includes field preparation, seed planting, vegetation management, and ongoing maintenance of designated dove hunting areas. The contract requires contractors to maintain specified acreage of dove fields in accordance with wildlife management standards and provide quarterly reports on field conditions and maintenance activities performed. The contract term is for one fiscal year (FY27) with potential renewal options for subsequent fiscal years contingent on performance and funding availability. Specific response deadlines, site visit requirements, and bidders' conference details should be referenced in the associated solicitation documents.

Pricing for the contract is structured on a per-acre basis or fixed annual fee, with payment contingent upon satisfactory completion of maintenance activities and submission of required documentation. The contract may include set-asides for small businesses or minority-owned enterprises as applicable under Ohio procurement regulations. If an incumbent contractor is identified, their performance record and renewal eligibility will be considered. Funding for this contract derives from Ohio's wildlife management budget or designated hunting program revenues. All contractors must comply with state environmental regulations, possess appropriate licensing for pesticide application if required, and maintain liability insurance throughout the contract period.