Herbicide Application to Restore Line-of-Sight on Military Ranges at Fort Benning, Georgia

Auburn University is seeking sealed bids for a herbicide application contract at Fort Benning, Georgia, focusing on vegetation control and line-of-sight restoration across 764 acres of military ranges. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for aerial herbicide spraying services using rotary wing aircraft, scheduled for implementation between July 1, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Successful bidders must possess a Georgia Pesticide Contractor's License and apply a tank mixture of aquatic-labeled Imazapyr and Glyphosate at specified rates while adhering to federal and state pesticide application regulations. The evaluation criteria will prioritize pricing (50%), which will heavily favor the lowest overall cost, followed by historical performance (40%) and proposal completeness (10%). Proposals are due on June 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM CDT and must be submitted through the JAGGAER Sourcing Event Portal, with required documentation including pesticide licenses, chemical labels, and a comprehensive operational proposal detailing personnel, equipment, and approach.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must complete prerequisites such as confirming terms and conditions, uploading a notarized Vendor Disclosure Statement, and providing E-Verify documentation if applicable. The contract uses commodity codes related to farming, forestry, and wildlife contracting services, specifically focusing on herbicides and pesticides. Auburn University reserves the right to award the contract in whole or in part, with the best interest of the university being the primary selection criteria. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the procurement involves five product line items: labor, equipment, materials/supplies, travel, and subcontractor costs. The final contract negotiations and execution date remain flexible, indicating potential adaptability in the procurement process. An evaluation committee from Auburn University's Office of Information Technology and Athletics Department will review all submissions to ensure comprehensive compliance with the project's requirements.