Description
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is seeking a contractor to provide stand‑by pesticide‑application services for the Asian Citrus Psyllid (ACP) in Fresno County. The work includes both foliar and soil applications, rapid response to outbreak alerts, and the provision of all necessary equipment, personnel, and safety measures. The contractor must maintain a fleet of spray trucks and backpack sprayers, staffed by licensed Pest Control Advisors, and be ready to mobilize within five days of a request. Payment is per‑gallon of pesticide applied, with additional rates for hand‑sprayer work and consulting time.
• Provide foliar and soil pesticide applications using CDFA‑approved products (e.g., Tempo® SC Ultra, Merit® 2F, CoreTect™).
• Supply 5‑10 spray trucks (≥ 200 gal each) plus stand‑by trucks, backpack sprayers, and specialized tree‑spray equipment.
• Maintain licensed personnel (PCA) and stand‑by water sources, traffic control, lighting, and safety kits; submit daily treatment logs and monthly pesticide‑use reports.