Soil Fumigation Services

The Missouri Department of Conservation is requesting bids for soil fumigation services at the George O. White State Nursery in Licking, Missouri, under IFB MDC 0000000226SL, with bids due July 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time via MissouriBUYS or US mail. Contractors must hold a Missouri Pesticide applicators license in the fumigation category or equivalent license from a reciprocal state, with valid licensure presented by August 14, 2026.

The scope covers soil fumigation on approximately 14 acres using an 80% Methyl-Bromide and 20% Chloropicrin combination, injected a minimum of six inches deep at approximately 300 points per acre via soil tarp application method. The Department provides the Totally Impermeable Film and Methyl Bromide; the contractor supplies application machinery, equipment, glue, nitrogen, supplies, and skilled labor. Services are performed between August 20 and September 20 (or as notified) under a one-year contract from award date. The Department reserves the right to add, remove, or change work-area priorities during the contract period at the firm, fixed price.

Pricing must be firm and fixed for all contractor-supplied items and labor. Cost is the sole evaluation criterion; the lowest responsive and compliant bid receives award. Contractors must comply with Organization for the Blind/Sheltered Workshop participation at a minimum of $5,000 or 2% of total contract value, and Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (SDVE) participation at 3% of total contract value. All bidders must demonstrate State of Missouri tax compliance through a "Vendor No Tax Due" certificate, Secretary of State registration or exemption certification, and business entity compliance including E-Verify enrollment where applicable. Non-compliant bids are ineligible for award. The Department reserves the right to reject any and all bids.