DNR Site Preparation Ground Herbicide - Pacific Cascade Region

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting bids for a ground herbicide site preparation contract in the Pacific Cascade Region through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #3263. The procurement covers silvicultural land management services involving ground broadcast herbicide application across 41 separate units totaling 1,063 acres in multiple counties including Grays Harbor, Pacific, Skamania, Cowlitz, Wahkiakum, Clark, and Lewis Counties. Contractors will be responsible for applying specified herbicide mixes targeting exposed soil, vegetation, and specific plant species like big-leaf maple and Scotch broom using precise application techniques. Bidders must possess current Washington State and U.S. Department of Labor Farm Labor Contractors Licenses, demonstrate the capacity to supply a minimum of 8 workers daily, and have crews licensed to apply herbicides. The contract will run from June 9, 2025 to July 25, 2025, with proposals due by 12:00 PM PST on May 28, 2025 and an anticipated award date of May 29, 2025. Bid evaluation will include a maximum bid price of $150 per acre, with potential additional scoring considerations for small businesses and veteran-owned businesses.

The solicitation includes specific set-aside preferences for small businesses and veteran-owned businesses, potentially offering scoring advantages during the evaluation process. Contractors must provide performance security of 10% of the total contract price and comply with state regulations regarding worker rights, nondiscrimination, and herbicide application protocols. Insurance requirements and environmental compliance are critical components of the contract, with funding sourced from state dollars. The contract requires comprehensive crew licensing, including herbicide application certifications, and mandates strict adherence to safety and environmental standards. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation suggests a competitive bidding environment with multiple potential contractors. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the maximum rate of $150 per acre across 1,063 acres indicates a potential maximum contract value of approximately $159,450, though actual awarded amounts may vary based on specific unit treatments and bid submissions.