3rd edition National Core Manual for Pesticide Applicators

Oregon State University (OSU) is seeking to procure the newly released 3rd edition of the National Core Manual for Pesticide Applicators. The manual will be used by OSU’s Extension Office to train and certify private and commercial pesticide applicators statewide beginning July 2026. OSU is pursuing a sole‑source award to Gleason Enterprises LLC because Gleason (through the Pesticide Educational Resources Collaborative at UC Davis) is the only publisher of the new edition, making it the sole viable source. The contract is essentially a one‑time purchase of the printed (and possibly digital) manual(s) required for state‑wide training programs. • Only Gleason Enterprises LLC can supply the 3rd edition; no competitive alternatives exist. • Delivery must occur before July 2026 to align with the upcoming certification cycle. • The solicitation is closed on May 1 2026, and appeals must be submitted by that deadline. • Primary contact for questions is Cassandra Hurd ([email protected]).