IFB 160297 Hourly Herbicide and Pesticide App Svcs

The Virginia Department of Transportation is soliciting bids from qualified firms to provide unplanned, on-call herbicide and pesticide application services within the Staunton District along the Right-Of-Way and VDOT facilities. The services will include the application of various herbicides and pesticides, including Alligare 2,4-D Amine, Arsenal, and Garlon 3A, among others. The contractor will be required to provide crews with all-wheel drive/four-wheel drive pickups and commercial pesticide skid spray units or backpack spray units. • The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment and personnel to perform the services. • The contractor will be required to follow all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to environmental protection and worker safety. • The contractor will be paid on an hourly basis, with the hourly rate to be determined by the bid. • The contract will be for a period of time to be determined by the Virginia Department of Transportation, with the possibility of renewal.