Aerial Herbicide Application Fort Polk, LA

Colorado State University's Procurement Services, through the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML), is soliciting bids for an aerial herbicide application project at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The Invitation for Bid (IFB-2025-065-JW) seeks a contractor to perform aerial herbicide application on approximately 210.1 acres in the Peason Ridge Impact Area during late June 2026, with potential treatment of additional acres in subsequent years from 2027 to 2029. The contract is for one year with options to renew for up to four additional years, totaling a potential five-year term. Specific deliverables include precise helicopter-based herbicide application using mixtures of Roundup Pro Concentrate, Arsenal A.C., Detail, and Elite Supreme to maintain open lines of sight in a sensitive high explosive ammunition area. Contractor qualifications must include extensive experience in aerial pesticide application, proper licensing, GPS tracking capabilities, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Bids are due on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. Mountain Time, with submission required through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System/BidNet.

The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, with multiple self-certification opportunities available through Colorado State University's Small Business Office. Vendors can self-identify as Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned, Minority-Owned, or Disadvantaged Business Enterprises using the provided vendor self-certification forms. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mandated, the procurement process demonstrates a commitment to diverse business participation. The contract will be a fixed-price arrangement, with pricing held firm for the initial year and potential increases in subsequent years subject to documented indices like CPI or PPI. Although specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract covers multiple years of herbicide application across approximately 210.1 to 300 acres annually. The university emphasizes that acreage and purchase estimates are not guaranteed, providing flexibility in the potential contract's scope and total value. Contractors should be prepared for potential federal funding requirements, which may necessitate detailed cost breakdowns and comparisons.