Pre & Post Emergent Weed Control

The City of Benicia is seeking a qualified consultant to provide full‑service herbicide applications at 84 designated municipal sites. The contractor must supply all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision for two applications per fiscal year (pre‑emergent and/or post‑emergent) over a two‑year period (Fall 2026, Spring 2027, Fall 2027, Spring 2028). Services must comply with California pesticide regulations, use a licensed Qualified Applicator, avoid glyphosate, and include written recommendations from a certified Pest Control Adviser. Traffic control, drift mitigation, and post‑application reporting are required. The contract will be awarded after a competitive evaluation of qualifications, cost, experience, and reputation. • Scope: Herbicide application on roadsides, trails, water‑treatment facilities, police range, cemetery, and other City‑owned properties. • Schedule: Four application windows spanning Nov 2026 – Spring 2028. • Deliverables: Written pesticide recommendations, application records (within 10 days), coordination of traffic control, compliance documentation. • Mandatory qualifications: Qualified Applicator License (Category B/C), pest‑control adviser recommendation, required permits and insurance. • Evaluation criteria: Licensing/permits (20%), cost (20%), past project experience (20%), reputation/character (20%), other factors (20%).