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Woody Invasive Species Control

Scope: Basal bark treatment of all designated stems greater than ¼ inch diameter across approximately 16 acres, targeting resprouts and new growth.

Due
November 18, 2026
10 days left
Location
Minnesota
Posted on
guest.supplier.systems.state.mn.us
Notice ID
R2901-2000018845

Please quote woody invasive species control across approximately 16 acres at Ferndale Ridge Wildlife Management Area, near 5853 Ferndale Road, Rushford, Minnesota 55971, in Houston County.

  • Stems: Treat all designated stems greater than ¼ inch in diameter, targeting resprouts and new growth.
  • Species: Buckthorn, invasive honeysuckle, Oriental bittersweet, multi-flora rose, Japanese barberry, and box elder.
  • Treatment: Apply 25% oil-based triclopyr (Garlon 4 Ultra or approved equivalent), bark oil, and marker dye to stem bark from the root collar to at least 12 inches, without runoff.
  • Application: Use hand or wand application only, with a stick applicator or dabber near wet soils or standing water; properly treat at least 95% of target stems.
  • Site limits: Treat open bluff prairie below 50°F; use ATVs and UTVs only on flat terrain, and keep equipment on designated access trails without causing ruts.
  • Requirements: Use Minnesota-licensed commercial pesticide applicators, track progress by GPS, provide reports every two weeks, keep pesticide application logs, and post treatment signs.

Please confirm availability and send your quote by November 18, 2026.

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Deadline: November 18, 2026

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  • View Accept Decline Event PDF · 9 pages
  • Verify Event Due Date PDF · 5 pages
  • Download and Upload XML Docs PDF · 7 pages
  • Find Bid Tabulation Results PDF · 5 pages
  • View Purchase Orders PDF · 7 pages
  • Bidder to Supplier for Award PDF · 10 pages
  • Convert Bidder to Supplier PDF · 10 pages
  • Bid on Event PDF · 15 pages
  • Respond to a Price Schedule PDF · 9 pages
  • Category Codes Used in SWIFT PDF · 104 pages

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What they need

  • SpeciesBuckthorn, invasive honeysuckle, Oriental bittersweet, multi-flora rose, Japanese barberry, and box elder.
  • Treatment25% oil-based triclopyr (Garlon 4 Ultra or approved equivalent), bark oil, and marker dye. Wet stems from the root collar to at least 12 inches without runoff. Hand/wand application only; use a stick applicator or dabber near wet soils or standing water. At least 95% of target stems must be properly treated.
  • Site conditionsTreat open bluff prairie below 50°F. ATVs/UTVs are limited to flat terrain, and equipment must remain on designated access trails without causing ruts.
  • RequirementsMinnesota-licensed commercial pesticide applicators, GPS progress tracking, reports every two weeks, pesticide application logs, and treatment signage.
  • ScheduleStart no earlier than December 1, 2026, following authorization; substantial completion by June 15, 2027, and final completion by June 30, 2027.
  • PricingProvide an all-inclusive lump sum covering labor, equipment, herbicide, materials, transportation, cleanup, and taxes.

What you have to submit

Pulled from the 19 solicitation documents (246 pages). Each item links to the page it came from. Check the originals and any amendments before you bid.

1How and where to submit

  • If suppliers submit bid responses to this type of event, they need to log in to the State of Minnesota Supplier Portal, download the Price Schedule attachment(s), update the Price Schedule information, and upload the completed Price Schedule file(s) as part of their bid responseSource: Respond to a Price Schedule, page 1

2Deadline

  • QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Updated September 14, 2025 Verify Event Dates: End Date and Delivery Due Date When an event is created, it will have an End Date when bidding closes on the eventSource: Verify Event Due Date, page 1

3Pricing format

  • QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Updated September 14, 2025 Respond to a Price Schedule Type of Event Some Strategic Sourcing events may include Price Schedule attachmentsSource: Respond to a Price Schedule, page 1
  • A Price Schedule is a document that is sometimes used to gather detailed pricing information or optionsSource: Respond to a Price Schedule, page 1
  • If suppliers submit bid responses to this type of event, they need to log in to the State of Minnesota Supplier Portal, download the Price Schedule attachment(s), update the Price Schedule information, and upload the completed Price Schedule file(s) as part of their bid responseSource: Respond to a Price Schedule, page 1

Past history: who won Landscaping & Grounds work in Minnesota

Recent federal contract awards (federal buyers) in the same industry in Minnesota, from USAspending.gov. These are comparable jobs, not earlier rounds of this exact solicitation.

Typical award: $9,817 to $28Kmiddle half of 15 recent awards · median $21K
Who wonAmountBuyerDate
Schindler Fredrick JThis work consists of the brushing and/or mowing of designated roads and removing limbs, residual slash, roads… $21,699Forest ServiceOct 2026
Veterans Choice Services LLCFunded APR for grub control at fort snelling national cemetery (894) SAF FY26 $6,338Department of Veterans AffairsSep 2026
Prescription Landscape INCWeed control $24,956Department of Veterans AffairsJun 2026
Prescription Landscape INCHydroseeding of the bare areas at the diana E. murphy - federal courthouse 300 S. 4TH st., minneapolis, MN 554… $9,633Public Buildings ServiceJun 2026
Great Lakes Grounds & Snow L.l.c.Sandy lake recreation area seasonal mowing $20,550Department of the ArmyMay 2026
East Rock Farms LLCHerbicide noxious weed control at LAC QUI parle and lake traverse projects. $54,431Department of the ArmyMay 2026
Hoags, INC.Lawn care blackduck ranger district $3,600Forest ServiceMay 2026
Symon Unlimited, LLCMowing and leaf collection at gull lake recreation area. $12,625Department of the ArmyApr 2026

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