Chemicals for Noxious Weed, Pest Control and Aquatic Herbicides

The State of Nebraska, through the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Materiel Division and State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), is issuing a solicitation for a commodity contract to procure chemicals for noxious weed, pest control, and aquatic herbicides. The procurement (Solicitation Number 121756 OR) seeks a comprehensive range of chemical products including herbicides like 2,4-D LV6, Ranger Pro (Glyphosate), TORDON 22K, ARSENAL, and various surfactants and aquatic treatments. The contract will have an initial one-year term with options to renew for four additional one-year periods, with delivery targeted to multiple Nebraska Game and Parks Commission locations. The bid is scheduled to open on August 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with bidders required to provide detailed product specifications, pricing structures, and potential catalog discounts. Vendors must be prepared to submit Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) upon request and comply with packaging, quality, and product recall requirements. The estimated annual usage encompasses over 40 different chemical products with quantities ranging from 3 to 650 gallons, covering both terrestrial and aquatic environmental management needs.

The solicitation includes provisions for resident disabled veterans and businesses located in designated enterprise zones, suggesting potential set-aside or preference considerations. The contract is not exclusive, allowing the State to contract with multiple vendors for similar goods. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the procurement indicates a significant annual chemical procurement budget. Pricing will remain firm for the first six months, with potential price adjustments thereafter requiring 30-day written notice and supporting documentation. The State reserves the right to purchase items individually or in groups and will not impose minimum order requirements. The estimated annual usage list serves as a guideline rather than a guaranteed purchase commitment. Vendors must maintain consistent discount rates throughout the contract period and be prepared to provide additional catalog or price list information upon request, with all prices to be net, fully prepaid, and delivered F.O.B. to specified destinations.