Description
The South Carolina Forestry Commission seeks a qualified contractor to perform herbicide application across 373 acres of recently harvested forest stands in the Francis Marion National Forest Ranger District. The work involves broadcast foliar spraying with specific herbicide mixes, strict environmental safeguards, and performance guarantees of at least 95% vegetation control, with potential re‑treatment at no additional charge. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with a tight submission deadline and a short work‑completion window.
• Scope: Apply Garlon XRT herbicide (triclopyr) plus dye and adjuvant using backpack sprayers at 10 gal/acre across 13 stands (≈ 373 acres).
• Performance: ≥ 95% control by Sep 30 2027; re‑treatment required if below threshold, up to 24 months after initial application.
• Requirements: Commercial pesticide applicator license, insurance, single‑entity bid, and compliance with weather and buffer‑zone restrictions.