Description
The U.S. Army is seeking a qualified contractor to mechanically remove and chemically treat invasive Bush Honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.) across a 185‑acre old‑growth oak‑hickory forest (Area B) at Fort Leavenworth, KS. The effort aims to restore native understory, improve recreational safety, and reduce tick‑borne disease risk. Work includes a detailed work plan, safety and herbicide‑application protocols, mechanical cutting, cut‑stump herbicide treatment, expansion of a 10‑foot buffer along ~20,000 ft of trails, slash management, and post‑treatment monitoring. The contract period runs from 15 Aug 2026 to 29 Mar 2027, with mandatory site‑visit on 25 Aug 2026 and a question deadline of 27 Aug 2026. Deliverables include work and safety plans, progress and final reports, and before/after documentation.
• Mechanical removal of mature Bush Honeysuckle (crowns > 8 ft, basal > 2 in.)
• Cut‑stump application of 1:1 glyphosate solution within 15 min of cutting
• Expansion of trail buffer to 20‑30 ft width along 20,000 ft of trails
• Slash chipping/mulching and debris disposal per forestry specs
• Required Kansas‑certified pesticide applicator supervision
• Deliverables: work plan, safety plan (within 15 days of award), mid‑project report (Dec 15 2026), final treatment report & photos (Mar 29 2027)