Herbicide application at manchester SF

The South Carolina Forestry Commission is soliciting bids for a herbicide application project at Manchester State Forest, located in Spartanburg County. The procurement seeks a licensed contractor to apply herbicides to 315.9 acres of recently harvested forest stands between July 1, 2025, and September 30, 2025. The successful bidder must apply a specific herbicide mixture consisting of Imazapyr, Glyphosate, DLZ surfactant, and water, with a guaranteed 95% woody species control by August 30, 2025, or within 12 months of treatment. Contractors must be licensed in forestry-related herbicide application and comply with all Best Management Practices, environmental regulations, and safety requirements. The bid submission deadline is May 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with an anticipated contract award on May 29, 2025. Potential bidders are encouraged to inspect the treatment area prior to submitting their offer, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder.

The solicitation includes provisions for minority business participation, indicating potential set-aside or preference for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must provide detailed documentation, including insurance proof, pesticide licensing, and comprehensive application records. The contract requires the successful bidder to provide all necessary equipment, labor, and chemicals, with potential requirements for re-treatment if performance standards are not met. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly stated, the procurement is structured as a fixed-price bid with required unit pricing. The project involves ground or aerial herbicide application methods, suggesting flexibility in treatment approach. Contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in forest management, herbicide application techniques, and environmental compliance to be considered for the contract.