Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking information from qualified contractors to provide native vegetation planting and sand fence installation services at North Breton Island in Louisiana. The project involves planting 67,600 Black Mangrove and 11,000 Smooth Cordgrass plants in designated restoration areas, as well as installing approximately 7,500 linear feet of sand fencing. The contractor will be responsible for developing a work plan, transporting plants and materials to the island, and performing the planting and installation work. The government is looking for contractors with experience in similar projects and the ability to meet the technical specifications outlined in the performance work statement.
Key aspects of the project include:
• Planting 67,600 Black Mangrove plants in a 16-acre area
• Planting 11,000 Smooth Cordgrass plants in a 2.5-acre area
• Installing approximately 7,500 linear feet of sand fencing
• Developing a work plan and submitting it to the government for approval
• Transporting plants and materials to the island and performing the planting and installation work
• Ensuring that all work is performed in accordance with the technical specifications and performance requirements outlined in the contract.