Backpack Herbicide Application (Manual Crew)

The contract involves manual herbicide application using backpack sprayers across sensitive or hard-to-reach areas totaling approximately five acres each year. This work requires careful, hands-on treatment to manage invasive species or unwanted vegetation in locations where mechanized equipment cannot be used. The contract is issued as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, emphasizing the participation of small businesses in providing these specialized services. The solicitation is managed by the Upper Colorado Regional Office of the Department of the Interior, with a solicitation posting date of May 22, 2026, and a proposal submission deadline set for June 17, 2026. The NAICS code for this subcontract is 561730, indicating it falls within landscaping services. The contract emphasizes precision and environmental sensitivity in herbicide use and requires compliance with applicable safety and regulatory standards.