Brush Control on PSF Properties

The Texas General Land Office is soliciting Statements of Qualifications for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract to perform aerial herbicide application on Permanent School Fund properties. The primary objective of the project is to control undesirable brush species and promote the recovery of native grasses, with specific application areas determined by approved Conservation Plans developed in coordination with local Natural Resource Conservation Service offices. The contract is governed by the Texas Government Code and the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide, with specific performance tasks, budgets, and deadlines established through individual work orders. To qualify, respondents must demonstrate at least five years of experience in aerial herbicide application and provide evidence of financial solvency through the submission of three years of balance sheets and two income statements. The GLO will award the contract based on the best value to the state, utilizing a scoring system that may include written proposals and oral interviews. Technical requirements include strict adherence to FAR 137 for aircraft inspections and maintenance, OSHA compliance, and coordination with beekeeping operators. Submissions must be uploaded via Box.com by October 26, 2026, and must not exceed 25 pages.