42270 Aerial Application of Herbicides Using a Helicopter

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking qualified contractors to provide full‑service aerial herbicide application using helicopters across its 18‑county service area. The contractor must supply helicopters, pilots, equipment, labor, and all operational support for applying herbicides to invasive aquatic, emergent, and upland vegetation, as well as conduct surveillance and inspection flights as required. Work will be performed on an as‑needed basis, with each task initiated within 14 calendar days of a Notice to Proceed, and will continue under a contract term from October 1 2026 through September 30 2029, with two optional one‑year renewals. The contract requires compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including NPDES and FDACS, and mandates detailed treatment documentation and reporting. • Provide helicopters, pilots, and all related equipment for aerial herbicide applications. • Perform applications on both aquatic and terrestrial sites, plus any required surveillance flights. • Meet strict regulatory compliance (herbicide label, NPDES, FDACS) and deliver thorough documentation.