Beaver Island/Buckhorn Island Invasive Removals

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is soliciting a contractor for a one-time invasive species plant control project at Buckhorn Island and Beaver Island State Parks in the Niagara Region. The scope of work involves a single treatment of 26 acres using the cut-stump method, which combines mechanical cutting with the application of triclopyr and/or glyphosate herbicides. Target species include common and glossy buckthorn, honeysuckle, Japanese barberry, multiflora rose, and privet. The performance period is scheduled from December 7, 2026, to March 31, 2027. Contractors must utilize hand tools for cutting, mechanically chip debris within 50 feet of the project boundary for off-site disposal, or create specific wildlife shelter brush piles according to NYSDEC Article 24 permits. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest grand total cost. Minimum qualifications include having Certified DEC Applicators in Category 2 or 3A. Bidders must comply with New York Labor Law Article 8 regarding prevailing wages under PRC 2026030525 and provide Commercial General Liability insurance with a $1,000,000 per occurrence limit. Required submissions include lobbying affirmations, non-collusive bidding certifications, and disclosures of prior non-responsibility determinations. All quotes must remain valid for at least 90 days. All vehicles and equipment used on-site must clearly display the contractor's name, and herbicide applications must strictly adhere to manufacturer label specifications.