Jordan River Weed Control

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation is seeking contractors for Integrated Vegetation Management Weed Control services along the Jordan River in Salt Lake County, Utah. The Performance Work Statement requires comprehensive weed control targeting specific invasive species including hoary cress, poison hemlock, Scotch/musk thistle, and Russian thistle across approximately 180 acres of Jordan River lands. The contract includes both chemical treatment during spring 2025 and mowing operations in late summer/early fall, with a unique requirement for an Ecologist/Science Advisor to guide effective treatment techniques while minimizing damage to desirable vegetation. Evaluation criteria will assess technical experience, past performance, and price, with offerors required to provide detailed project references and demonstrate compliance with federal regulations. The original solicitation deadline of April 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM MT was extended via Amendment 001 to May 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM MT.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services) with a size standard of $19 million. The contract period of performance extends from May 5, 2025 through December 31, 2025, with most project locations accessible by vehicle and available for site visits except for certain properties adjacent to 10600 South in South Jordan. The comprehensive pricing schedule covers multiple categories including chemical supplies, labor services across two seasonal periods, travel expenses, and miscellaneous equipment, with travel costs required to comply with Federal Travel Regulations. The solicitation documents indicate that previous contractors have submitted multiple hard copy reports, though the current procurement will accept electronic copies, suggesting an established history of weed control operations in this area. Work will be performed on lands managed by the Utah Reclamation Mitigation and Conservation Commission along the Jordan River corridor.