Invasive Plant Control and Eradication

The contract entails the comprehensive control and eradication of Arundo donax, an invasive grass species, across 42 acres of land along the Salinas River between King City and Soledad. Work methods include manual removal, mechanical cutting, and chemical herbicide application, with specific emphasis on root system extraction to prevent regrowth and ensure long-term eradication. All activities must be carried out in a manner that minimizes environmental impact while effectively eliminating the invasive plant population. The work is governed under NAICS code 561730, identifying it as an environmental remediation and pest control service. The contracting entity is the Resource Conservation District of Monterey County in California, with the project posted on June 2, 2026, and structured as a subcontract under broader conservation initiatives. Execution is confined to the designated stretch of the Salinas River, where ecological restoration goals align with regional waterway protection priorities.