Description
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to provide aerial application of aquatic glyphosate herbicide to approximately 600 acres of emergent cattail vegetation at Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The goal of the project is to create and enhance wetland fringe and hemi-marsh nesting habitat for large grebe species. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment, personnel, and services to complete the project.
• The project requires the application of aquatic glyphosate herbicide to emergent cattail vegetation.
• The contractor must have experience with herbicide application in technically difficult conditions and be able to identify wetland vegetation by species before application.
• The contractor must be able to safely navigate wetland emergent marsh habitat without disturbing sensitive wildlife species or habitats.
• The project has a period of performance from April 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and land-use permitting procedures.