Description
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor to apply ground‑herbicide treatments for site preparation on 446 acres of state‑owned forest land in the Northeast Region (Stevens County). The work must be performed between mid‑September and mid‑October 2026, following strict safety, environmental, and licensing requirements. Bidders must hold Washington State and U.S. Dept. of Labor Farm Labor Contractor licenses, provide a crew of 10‑14 workers, meet insurance thresholds, and submit a cost proposal not exceeding $250 per acre. Preference points are given to small‑business, veteran‑owned, and firms that do not impose mandatory arbitration on employees.