F--MN - FWS GLACIAL RIDGE NWR - Herbicide Application

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, through SAT Team 2, is soliciting firm-fixed-price quotes for herbicide application services at the Glacial Ridge National Wildlife Refuge in Minnesota. The project involves the chemical treatment of up to 237 acres of woody vegetation to promote tall-grass prairie habitat. The period of performance is scheduled from August 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, equipment, and specific herbicides, including Vastlan, Milestone, and Escort XP. Key requirements include a current Minnesota Pesticide Applicator license with an aquatic endorsement, the submission of a safety and spill response plan, and a performance guarantee of a 75 percent kill rate for targeted vegetation. Award will be determined via a trade-off process, evaluating technical approach, mandatory site visit attendance, technical experience, past performance, and price. Non-price factors are collectively considered equal in importance to price. The contract is set aside for small businesses under NAICS 115310. Compliance with the Service Contract Act is required, with wage determinations applicable to Polk County, Minnesota. Invoicing must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform. The primary point of contact for this acquisition is Contracting Officer Dana Arnold.