Whole-Lake Systemic Herbicide Treatment (Fluridone)

The contract entails a comprehensive systemic herbicide treatment using Fluridone across the full 1,095-acre expanse of Worden Pond, requiring multiple applications to effectively target targeted aquatic vegetation. The scope includes rigorous efficacy monitoring throughout the treatment phases to assess herbicide impact on target species and ensure operational success, alongside detailed environmental reporting to document changes in water quality, non-target species response, and overall ecological conditions. All activities must adhere to regulatory guidelines and best management practices to minimize unintended ecological consequences. The work is structured as a subcontract under the State of Rhode Island’s environmental management program, with a solicitation posted on June 10, 2026, and responses due by June 24, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 562910 indicates the work falls under Other Remediation Services, emphasizing the environmental remediation nature of the project. All performance is expected to occur within Worden Pond, though specific geographic details are not provided, and there is no set-aside classification or point of contact listed in the available data. Participation requires proven expertise in aquatic herbicide application, monitoring protocols, and regulatory-compliant reporting.