Scope of Work Soil Fumigation FY27~1.docx

This is a Scope of Work document for Mason Nursery's soil fumigation project in Illinois. The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, and chemicals to inject approximately 290 pounds per acre of a gas mixture consisting of 80% Methyl Bromide and 20% Chloropicrin to a soil depth of 10 inches, followed by coverage with continuous, hot-glued, totally impermeable film (TIF) plastic tarp. The work must be completed between September 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026, weather permitting, on up to 12 acres per 8-hour day. Mason Nursery will prepare seedbeds prior to fumigation and remove and dispose of plastic tarps following the appropriate waiting period. No subcontractors are permitted for this project.

The contractor must hold all necessary permits and licenses to perform soil fumigation work in Illinois and must comply with all Environmental Protection Agency rules and requirements for this procedure and product. Pricing terms, set-asides, and funding sources are not specified in this scope of work document. The contractor will bear full responsibility for labor, equipment, and chemical costs associated with the fumigation services.