42229 Mechanical Aquatic Vegetation Shredding

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking qualified contractors to provide mechanical aquatic vegetation shredding services on district‑managed properties. The work will primarily use heavy‑duty shredding equipment, with limited use of light‑duty equipment as authorized. Contractors must demonstrate at least three years of experience performing comparable mechanical aquatic vegetation shredding. The contract is initially three years with up to two additional one‑year renewal options, and the estimated budget for the initial term is $200,000. • Minimum 3 years experience in mechanical aquatic vegetation shredding on similar projects. • Provide heavy‑duty and light‑duty shredding equipment meeting district specifications. • Initial contract term of 3 years; optional two‑year renewals; budget $200,000 for the first term. • Work performed on an as‑needed basis; bid hours are estimates only. • Bid submission period runs from 24 Jun 2026 to 08 Jul 2026.