Lake Management firm for nuicance aquatic and beaver dam removal

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is soliciting qualified Lake Management Consulting-contracting firms to provide nuisance aquatic plant and algae management services, as well as beaver dam removal operations at Congamond Lakes. The procurement seeks a specialized contractor with demonstrated expertise in managing aquatic vegetation and addressing beaver-related infrastructure issues at this multi-lake system. Key deliverables and objectives include the removal and management of nuisance aquatic plants and algae to restore water quality and recreational access, along with professional beaver dam removal and mitigation services to prevent flooding and environmental damage. Qualified firms must possess relevant certifications, licensing, and proven experience in lake management operations, aquatic plant control methodologies, and wildlife management practices. The proposal submission deadline is March 24, 2026, with the posting date established as March 9, 2026, providing interested vendors a fifteen-day response window to prepare and submit their bids.

The procurement notice does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) requirements, or restrictions limiting competition to particular business classifications based on the available information. No incumbent contractors, existing vendors, or current service providers are identified in the opportunity documentation. Similarly, specific budget ranges, award values, or contract duration terms are not disclosed in the posting materials. Interested firms should contact the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the relevant local jurisdiction managing Congamond Lakes for additional details regarding evaluation criteria, technical specifications, site visit opportunities, bonding requirements, and budget parameters that may be provided in the full request for proposals or bid documents.