The Watervliet Arsenal is seeking a contractor to provide pest and vegetation control services. The contractor will be responsible for developing and implementing an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan, which includes surveillance, trapping, pesticide application, and pest removal. The contractor will also provide non-personal services for grounds maintenance, including the elimination of broadleaf weeds, weeds, and crabgrass from lawns and grounds. The work must be performed in accordance with industry and commercial practices, using commercial/industry standard products, equipment, materials, supplies, and tools.
Some key points to consider:
• The contractor must provide all management, licenses, tools, supplies, chemicals, equipment, transportation, and labor for the project.
• The contractor must ensure that all applicators sustain current licensure and provide proof as required by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• The contractor must comply with applicable federal, regional, state, and local laws, as well as commercial standards.
• The contractor must coordinate with the COR for the date and time of pre-emergent, post-emergent, pesticides, herbicides, and insecticide applications.
• The contractor must inspect and apply chemicals as required to prevent infestation of all Watervliet Arsenal Food Handling Establishments.