Invasive Plant Removal

The Missouri Department of Conservation is seeking bids for invasive plant removal services on the Weldon Spring Conservation Area in St. Charles County, Missouri. The contractor will be responsible for deadening bush honeysuckle, Japanese honeysuckle, multiflora rose, oriental bittersweet, winter creeper, and autumn olive on designated units within the area. The contract period will be from the date of award through April 1, 2026. The contractor must have a minimum of one year of successful experience providing invasive plant removal services and be a Certified Commercial Applicator licensed by the Missouri Department of Agriculture. Some key points to consider: • The area designated for the work is split into two units, the West Unit and the East Unit, with approximately 120 acres and 232 acres to be completed, respectively. • The contractor shall provide services as directed by the Department until funds are depleted or the desired work is completed. • The contractor must not engage or use the services of subcontractors in performing the contract unless prior written approval from the Department is obtained. • The contractor understands that there may be hazardous conditions and voluntarily accepts and assumes all risks from these conditions. • The contractor must comply with all applicable laws of the State of Missouri.