Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to provide pesticide treatment services for the control of invasive weed species on the LVA wetland reserve easement in Klamath County, Oregon. The contract will cover one spot treatment in 2026, with optional treatments in 2027 and 2028. The contractor will be required to apply aminopyralid and a surfactant to approximately 45 acres of land. The contractor must have the necessary licenses and permits, access to equipment, and the ability to provide tracked location information. The contractor will also be required to report the total quantity of herbicides used and provide GPS tracks of surveyed areas.
Some key points to consider:
• The contractor must have experience with pesticide application and be able to identify target noxious weed species.
• The contractor must be able to provide equipment and personnel for mixing, loading, and applying herbicides.
• The contractor must be able to coordinate with the FWS coordinator prior to each treatment.
• The contractor must be able to provide progress reports and update FWS staff on accomplishments and issues.