27CRDWBLSTRA-0200 - East Fork WMA - Behounek Tract

The Iowa DNR is seeking a qualified contractor to clear vegetation on up to 9 acres of remnant prairie within the East Fork Wildlife Management Area – Behounek Tract (Section 8, T93N, R28W) in Humboldt County. Work includes felling all trees ≥ 3 in. DBH, stump removal, herbicide application (state‑provided), and forestry‑mowing of brush and smaller trees, with the final site prepared for tractor‑mower use. The contract will be awarded based on per‑acre pricing, with no fixed budget disclosed, and will run for approximately five months, from October 1 2026 to February 28 2027. • Tree removal (≥ 3 in. DBH): fell, stump flush, herbicide treatment, pile for later burning. • Brush removal (including trees < 3 in. DBH): forestry‑mow, stack tall/tight for burning, site ready for mower maintenance. • Work must be performed on dry or frozen ground; no grubbing/root‑ball pulling; contractor must hold an Iowa pesticide applicator license and meet insurance requirements.