Goose Island Invasive Vegetation Control

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District is soliciting proposals under solicitation number W912ES23Q0069 to provide invasive vegetation control services in the Mississippi River floodplain on Goose Island in La Crosse and Vernon Counties, Wisconsin. The work involves initial and follow-up treatments across eight treatment areas totaling 351 acres over a base year and three option years to control woody invasive species such as buckthorns, honeysuckles, and barberry using approved herbicides and mechanical methods. Proposals are due by June 23, 2023 and will be evaluated based on technical qualifications, past performance, and price, with technical qualifications being most important.

This total small business set-aside opportunity has a place of performance in Goose Island, Wisconsin. Pricing must be submitted as a fixed firm price for the base year and three option years. The NAICS code is 561730 and PSC code is R499. Incumbent contractors have not been identified. The estimated value is between $250,000-$500,000 annually depending on the extent of option years exercised. Contractors must document all pesticide applications using an approved form and dispose of any waste in accordance with EPA regulations.