Description
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking bids for herbicide application services to treat cabbage palm trees in the Picayune Strand State Forest. The project involves treating approximately 1,078 acres of wet prairie habitat. The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, supplies, and supervision required for the project. The treatment must achieve a minimum of 95% kill rate of cabbage palms. The project is expected to be completed by August 1, 2026.
• The project area consists of four subunit sites totaling approximately 1,078 acres.
• The contractor must possess a valid certified commercial herbicide applicators license in natural areas weed management and/or the aquatic category.
• The contractor must provide proof of licenses, certification, and permits.
• The contractor must submit a price sheet with unit prices for each subunit site.
• The contractor must attend a mandatory pre-bid site visit on February 20, 2026.