Herbicide and Weed Control Services

Poudre School District R-1 is seeking professional contractors to provide comprehensive herbicide and weed control services for forty-six district sites totaling approximately 438 acres across Colorado. The Invitation for Bid (IFB #25-702-002) requires prospective contractors to be Licensed Commercial Applicators with the Colorado Department of Agriculture, possessing certifications in turf, ornamental, forest pest, rangeland, right of way, and aquatics categories. Contractors must utilize liquid selective broadleaf sprays, preferably 2-4-D or comparable products, and demonstrate capability to initiate services within 24-48 hours of request, completing work within three working days. The district will evaluate bids based on multiple criteria including price, adherence to specifications, previous experience, reference checks, and delivery timeline. Key procurement dates include May 1, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. MT for submitting questions and May 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. MT for electronic bid submissions through the BidNet portal, with an initial contract term from full execution through March 31, 2026.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract allows for potential extensions up to four additional one-year terms, providing long-term opportunity for the selected vendor(s). No incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, and there are no guaranteed minimum service orders, with the district reserving the right to award to one or multiple contractors. The district maintains flexibility to reject any or all bids and terminate the contract with 30 days' notice. While no specific budget range is provided, the comprehensive scope covering 438 acres across forty-six sites suggests a substantial contract value. The sites vary significantly in size, ranging from small properties like the Cooper Home at 0.076 acres to larger campuses such as Fossil Ridge High School at 56.41 acres, indicating potential variability in service requirements and associated costs.