JH26-7 Phragmites Treatment - Chemical Treatment and Trampling/Mowing Treatment

The State of Utah's Division of Purchasing, in coordination with the Division of Wildlife Resources, is seeking competitive bids for a chemical treatment and trampling/mowing treatment project targeting phragmites australis (common reed) and other invasive wetland species. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) aims to secure a single contract with the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor for environmental management services. The procurement focuses on comprehensive invasive species control, with specific treatment requirements outlined in the attached Scope of Work document. Key deliverables include chemical treatment and mechanical trampling/mowing of targeted invasive plant areas, with detailed treatment maps provided in the accompanying documentation. The solicitation is structured for immediate implementation, with a contract length extending to June 31, 2026, and requires vendors to guarantee pricing for the entire project duration. The bid submission deadline is September 3, 2025, with no mandatory site visit required for potential bidders.

While no specific set-aside designations or minority enterprise restrictions are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, vendors must meet the prerequisite qualifications outlined in the "Vendor Prerequisites" document. The procurement appears open to qualified environmental management and invasive species control contractors with demonstrated capability to execute large-scale treatment projects. Treatment areas include multiple mapped locations, with specific zip files detailing site-specific requirements for WBC (35 acres) and SP (65 acres) treatment zones. The solicitation includes standard state procurement terms and conditions, as evidenced by the attached "PO-Terms-and-Conditions" document. Although no precise budget range is specified, the comprehensive nature of the project and the multiple treatment areas suggest a significant contract value for the selected vendor. Interested bidders should carefully review all attached documents, particularly the Scope of Work and treatment maps, to prepare a competitive and compliant proposal.