2026 IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT ROADSIDE HERBICIDE SPOT

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items, specifically for roadside herbicide spot application services in the Idaho Falls area. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking to reduce and eradicate Russian thistle within established roadside fuel break segments. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and written solicitations will not be issued.

• Service: Inventory and spot treatment of Russian thistle.

• Area: Approximately 1,987 acres, with an anticipated treatment area of no more than 200 acres per application period.

• Applications: Two application periods are required: an initial treatment and a follow-up treatment approximately 30 days later. The second application will omit Aminopyralid.

• Herbicides: Specific herbicides and application rates are detailed, including 2,4-D Amine, Dicamba, Floroxypyr, and Aminopyralid (omitted in the second application). Non-ionic surfactant and blue dye are also specified.

• Equipment: Contractor must provide all necessary labor, equipment, tools, materials, and supervision. Equipment must be power washed and free of debris. Specific requirements for spray tanks, nozzles, booms, and GPS units are outlined.

• Personnel: Applicators must hold a current Idaho Professional Applicator License in the Agricultural Pesticide Category. Key personnel include a Contractor Representative fluent in English.

• Safety: Compliance with OSHA standards, fire prevention measures, and proper handling and disposal of herbicides and equipment are required.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price quotes are requested.

• Period of Performance: 65 days (including holidays and weekends), with an estimated start date of April 27, 2026, and an estimated end date of June 30, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code is 115112 with a size standard of $9.5 Million in annual receipts.

• Due Date: March 25, 2026, by 11:00 A.M. MDT.

• Submission Method: Quotes accepted via email at tparsons@blm.gov.

• Registration: Offerors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Proposal Contents: Completed Standard Form 1449, completed Bid Schedule, and a detailed work plan demonstrating technical capability.

• Evaluation: See FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation - Commercial Items. Specific evaluation factors are attached as a separate file.

• Set-Aside: This solicitation is set-aside for small business concerns.

• NAICS Code: 115112 (Nonresidential Building Construction).

• Size Standard: Small Business Annual Receipts for the preceding three (3) fiscal years must not exceed $9.5 Million.

• This solicitation is "All or None."

• FOB Point: Destination. All delivery costs must be included in the unit price.

• All questions must be emailed to the Contracting Officer.

• Attachments include Wage Determination, Evaluation Factors, and Work Location Map.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the evaluation criteria for a solicitation related to herbicide application services. The Government intends to award a contract to the responsible offeror whose proposal is most advantageous, considering price and other factors.

Proposals must demonstrate the ability to complete the contract within fifteen (15) working days. Key technical capabilities to be addressed include:

• A detailed work plan and schedule, including application production rates (acres treated per day) and proposed loading site locations.
• Experience and knowledge of GPS application methods for herbicides.
• A comprehensive quality control and safety process, covering herbicide storage, monitoring of operations, public safety, weather conditions, emergency medical access, and communication protocols.
• Detailed description of available equipment for herbicide transport, storage, loading, and site access.
• Logistical details including water sources, mixing/loading locations, and airport/airstrip information if aircraft are used.
• If subcontractors are used, details on their selection, business address, corporate officers, and points of contact.

Offers will be evaluated based on the following factors:

1. Technical Capability: Demonstrated ability to meet requirements, including work plan, schedule, GPS experience, quality control/safety, equipment, and logistics.
2. Applicant Qualifications: Prior relevant experience of key personnel (applicators, pilots, ground crew) and crew members, including current Idaho Professional Applicator License in the Agricultural Pesticide Category or equivalent. Experience in remote locations and adverse conditions is also considered.
3. Past Performance: A reference list of 2-5 recent and relevant projects, evaluated based on client satisfaction, resource management, timeliness, and cooperative behavior. Calibration and spray pattern test certificates may be required.
4. Price: Reasonableness of the submitted Bid Schedule, including cost element breakouts. Unbalanced pricing may lead to rejection.

Award will be made based on "Best Value" to the Government, not necessarily the lowest price. Comparative evaluations will be used.

This document focuses solely on the evaluation criteria and does not contain the full solicitation details. Bidders should refer to the main solicitation for complete requirements and submission instructions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains maps detailing the vicinity and specific "units" for roadside herbicide application planned for 2026. It serves as a visual aid to identify the areas where these applications will occur.

• Vicinity Maps: Provide a broader overview of the regions and counties where herbicide applications are planned.
• Unit Maps: Detail specific roads and areas (e.g., "Quaking Aspen Airstrip Road Unit," "Arco-Minidoka Road Unit," "Apollo Well-Coffee Point Road Unit") designated for herbicide application.
• Fuel Break Treatment Areas: Highlights specific areas totaling 1,987 acres designated for fuel break treatments.
• Land Ownership/Management: Delineates areas by Surface Management Agency, including Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), National Park Service (NPS), State, and Private/Other.
• Geographic Information: Includes township and section lines, county boundaries, and major roads.

These maps are crucial for potential bidders to understand the geographic scope and specific locations of the planned 2026 herbicide application activities. They help in assessing the logistical requirements, potential environmental considerations, and the scale of work involved in different units and treatment areas.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Register of Wage Determinations under the Service Contract Act, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. It specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in specific geographic areas. This particular determination covers Idaho counties including Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Fremont, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power, and Teton.

This document is crucial for potential bidders on government contracts in the specified Idaho counties. It provides the legally mandated minimum wage rates and associated fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals, ensuring compliance with the Service Contract Act and avoiding potential penalties. It outlines specific hourly rates for a wide range of occupations, from administrative and clerical roles to technical, maintenance, and service positions, as well as detailing health and welfare benefits and paid sick leave provisions.