Description
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is seeking quotes from qualified contractors for spraying herbicide to control and eradicate aquatic invasive plant species at the Erie National Wildlife Refuge in Pennsylvania. The work involves applying herbicides to approximately 39.75 acres of emergent wetland habitat. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all necessary equipment, labor, approved herbicide, water, insurance, and supervision to accomplish the specified vegetative control measures.
• The contractor must possess a valid Pennsylvania commercial herbicide applicator's license and comply with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations applicable to the contract work.
• The contractor will be required to submit an electronic copy of an application plan to the Refuge Project Officer, outlining the types of herbicides, planned application rates, and a spill and contamination action plan.
• The contractor will be responsible for all damages to persons and property resulting from the performance of the contract work.
• The contractor will be required to carry liability insurance that covers the application of pesticides as defined in the specification.