Turnkey skidder herbicide application

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking a contractor for a turnkey skidder herbicide application at Bonneau Ferry Wildlife Management Area in Berkeley County. The solicitation requests bids for herbicide treatment of loblolly pine stands across approximately 999 acres, with specific application requirements including 14 oz Arsenal AC and 16 oz DLZ surfactant per acre, applied at a minimum of 25 gallons per acre. The contract period is estimated to run from October 8, 2025, to November 30, 2025, with work to be completed before the first frost (approximately November 15, 2025). Bidders must submit their offers by October 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, with any questions due by September 24, 2025, at 12:00 Noon EST. Contractors are required to provide their own equipment, personnel, and safety gear, and must strictly adhere to herbicide application instructions and environmental regulations. The procurement seeks a fixed-price bid per acre, with payment based on actual acres treated up to the maximum of 999 acres.

The solicitation includes provisions for minority business participation and requires bidders to be registered vendors with the State of South Carolina. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage with specified minimum levels. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the bid does encourage minority business involvement. The contract requires submission of all necessary documentation, including insurance certificates and potential minority business subcontractor information. Although the exact budget range is not specified, the procurement covers up to 999 acres of herbicide application, which suggests a potentially significant contract value. Successful bidders must demonstrate technical capability, compliance with environmental regulations, and the ability to complete the herbicide application within the specified timeframe before the first frost. The contract appears to be open to qualified herbicide application contractors with appropriate equipment, expertise, and regulatory compliance capabilities.