Converse County Weed And Pest Control District

Converse County Weed And Pest Control District, doing business as Converse County Weed & Pest Control District, is a U.S. local government entity registered to receive federal contract and grant awards since September 21, 2005. As a county-level organization, it primarily focuses on weed and pest control services within Converse County, Wyoming. The district has been awarded both federal contracts and grants, demonstrating its capability to provide specialized environmental management services to federal agencies. Its expertise appears to be centered around vegetation management, particularly in addressing issues related to grasshoppers and annual grass control.

In terms of federal contracts, Converse County Weed And Pest Control District has provided services specifically related to grasshopper treatments. The most recent contract award, dated September 10, 2020, involved a purchase order with a ceiling value of $50,000 for "Converse County Grasshopper Treatments." This contract was awarded by the Wyoming Region of a civilian federal agency, likely the Bureau of Land Management given the agency ID. The contract did not involve any set-aside designations, indicating it was competed on a full and open basis. This type of work suggests that the district possesses specialized knowledge and capabilities in managing insect infestations that can impact agricultural and natural resources in the region.

Regarding federal grants, Converse County Weed And Pest Control District has been involved in multiple cooperative agreements focusing on vegetation management. The most recent grant, awarded on May 13, 2024, is part of the Secure Rural Schools program and involves annual grass herbicide treatment within Converse County. This grant, set to run until June 1, 2027, is funded by the U.S. Forest Service's Rocky Mountain Region. Another notable grant, awarded on September 15, 2019, and running until September 30, 2022, was for general weed and pest control services in Wyoming, funded by the Bureau of Land Management's Wyoming Region. These grants highlight the district's ongoing role in managing invasive plant species and maintaining ecological balance in rural and forested areas of Wyoming, showcasing its importance in supporting federal land management objectives.