Invasive Plant Species Removal Services

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB MDC25058) for Invasive Plant Species Removal Services at the Mineral Hills Conservation Area in Putnam County. The solicitation seeks vendors to remove targeted invasive plant species across 90 acres, specifically targeting Multiflora Rose, Autumn Olive, Bush honeysuckle, Black locust, and Honey locust. The procurement is open to all vendors and requires submission of bids electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy, if allowed. The bid solicitation period runs from August 22, 2024, at 12:30 PM CDT through September 6, 2024, at 2:00 PM CDT, with bids due by the closing date and time. Vendors must provide per-acre pricing for the removal services and are expected to comply with the detailed specifications and requirements outlined in the solicitation document. The contract will be awarded on a Free on Board (FOB) Destination basis with Net 45 Days payment terms. Vendors are responsible for ensuring timely submission and should review all documentation carefully before responding.

The MDC has not specified any set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation for this solicitation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the documentation, and there are no mentioned requirements for integration with existing infrastructure or technology. The solicitation does not provide an estimated total contract value or specific budget range for the invasive plant species removal services. The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors capable of performing the required 90-acre invasive plant removal at the Mineral Hills Conservation Area. The contact person for any questions is Matt Wiseman, who can be reached at 573-522-4115 x3559 or Matt.Wiseman@mdc.mo.gov. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the per-acre pricing submitted through the MissouriBUYS system.