F--RFI PFO, ID Herbicide Application BPA

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Pricing Schedule for the 2026-2031 Pocatello Field Office On-the-Ground Herbicide Applications Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). It outlines the unit prices for various herbicide application services and chemical products.

• Line Items: Includes specific herbicide application services based on terrain difficulty and access (motorized/non-motorized), as well as individual chemical products and an adjuvant.
• Unit of Issue: Specifies units such as Acre, Gallon, and Ounce.
• Pricing: A column for "Unit Price" is provided, intended to be filled in by the bidder.
• Bid Instructions: States "BID PER LINE ITEM – THIS IS NOT ALL OR NONE," indicating that bidders can price individual items.
• References: Directs bidders to Section 1.5.4 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for project area categories and Section 4.3 of the PWS for material requirements.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to understand the cost structure for herbicide application services. Bidders must complete the "Unit Price" column for each line item to submit a responsive bid. The structure of the pricing schedule also informs how services and materials will be ordered and billed under the BPA.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To reduce noxious and invasive weeds within the Pocatello Field Office boundaries through herbicide application.

• Perform and map herbicide applications on noxious and invasive weed infestations.

• Adhere strictly to herbicide labels, EPA guidelines, and Idaho State regulations.

• Provide BLM-approved herbicides and adjuvants.

• Treat targeted species during their appropriate biological treatment windows.

• Work may involve broad project areas, individual plants, large patches, or contiguous areas.

• Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2031.

• Place of Performance: Lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management within the Pocatello Field Office boundaries.

• Uniform coverage of herbicide on designated project areas (95% acceptable quality level).

• Adherence to application rates and methods specified in the work data sheet and herbicide labels.

• Accurate mapping of treated areas using GPS and geospatial data.

• Submission of daily pesticide applicator records (PARs), photos, and tracklog data.

• Terrain: Work will be performed on terrain ranging from flat to steep slopes, accessible by various means including ORVs, foot, horses, or mules, depending on the specific site conditions and access restrictions.

• Personnel: Contractors must provide qualified personnel, including a fluent English-speaking Contractor Representative on-site at all times. Applicators must hold a current Idaho Professional Applicator License.

• Equipment: All equipment must be in good working order, power washed to be free of soil and seeds, and meet OSHA standards. Specific equipment requirements include spray tanks, nozzles, booms, protective clothing, spill kits, and GPS units.

• Environmental: Adherence to wind speed limitations (10 mph or less), avoiding application during rain or snow, and maintaining buffer zones around sensitive areas, water sources, agricultural crops, residences, and inhabited dwellings.

• Safety: Compliance with OSHA standards, Idaho State Fire Prevention Laws, and federal/state regulations pertaining to herbicide use. Fire suppression tools must be carried when traveling cross-country.

• Reporting: Daily logs, photos, geospatial data, and tracklog data must be submitted to the COR/PI.

• Invoicing: Invoices submitted through IPP for payment, reflecting unit costs offered.

• Government Furnished Items: Georeferenced PDF maps, GIS shapefiles, blank PAR forms, and potentially chemicals, surfactants, or dye.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines a Call Order for an on-the-ground herbicide application for the 2026 Blackrock Canyon Herbicide Application, under a broader 2026-2031 PFO Herbicide Application BPA.

• Project Area: Approximately 238 acres located at the Blackrock Day Use Area, southeast of Pocatello, ID.

• Work Site Description: Includes two treatment polygons within the Blackrock recreation area, characterized by grass, shrubs, and juniper. Approximately 73% of the site has slopes ranging from 15% to 60% and is difficult to access with motorized vehicles. The remaining 27% is moderate terrain.

• Noxious Weeds: The application targets Dyer's woad, whitetop, houndstongue, musk thistle, Canada thistle, common mullein, and moth mullein.

• Access: Large portions of the site are away from designated routes and require methods like backpack sprayers, hose/reel lines, or horse/mules for application. Trucks and ORVs may be used for roadside access and parking for hose/reel lines.

• Water Bodies: Two streams are within the project area; specific rates apply for riparian zones (within 25 feet of water's edge).

• Period of Performance: Estimated Start Date: May 1, 2026; Estimated End Date: June 18, 2026.

• Place of Performance: Land administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) within the Blackrock recreation area.

• Government Furnished Items: The Government will provide georeferenced maps, GIS shapefiles, PAR forms, chemicals (herbicide, surfactant, dye), and marking dye.

• Contractor Furnished Items: None specified beyond standard contract requirements.

• Herbicide Application Rates: Specific rates are provided for general areas and riparian zones, including aminopyralid, 2,4-D (standard and aquatic), and chlorsulfuron, with specified water carrier amounts and surfactant usage.

• Progress Reports: Required weekly if the project takes more than seven calendar days.

• Boundary Marking: Contractors must identify and verify unit boundaries using maps and electronic devices; no flagging will be provided.

• Travel Management: Motorized vehicles must remain on designated routes as shown on the Chinese Peak-Blackrock Canyon map.

• Fire Prevention: No additional tools beyond the base BPA are required.

• Wildlife Restrictions: None specified.

• Buffers: All necessary buffers are included within the unit boundaries.

• Definitions: Clarifies 'Riparian zone'.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map illustrating the "Blackrock Canyon Project Area" and associated land ownership. It serves as a visual aid to understand the geographical boundaries and land designations relevant to the project.

• Project Area Boundary: Outlines the "Blackrock Canyon Project Area" which is approximately 238 acres.
• Land Ownership/Designations: Differentiates between Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Surface Management Agency (SMA), Private/Other lands, and United States of America.
• Geographic Context: Shows the terrain and surrounding landscape.
• Scale and Legend: Provides a map scale in miles and kilometers, and a legend explaining the different colored areas.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the physical location and land ownership context of the project area. It helps in assessing the scope of work, potential access issues, and environmental considerations related to the land parcels involved.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map displaying the "Blackrock Canyon Project Area," which encompasses approximately 238 acres. It serves to visually define the geographical boundaries of the project.

• A map illustrating the "Blackrock Canyon Project Area."
• The project area is outlined in black.
• Includes a scale bar for both miles and kilometers.
• Identifies the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Pocatello Field Office as the source.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the physical location and extent of the project area. It helps in assessing the scope of work, logistical considerations, and potential site visits required for any related opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing schedule for the "2026 PFO ON-THE-GROUND HERBICIDE APPLICATIONS BPA 2026 Blackrock Canyon Call". It outlines the costs associated with different types of chemical applications.

• Line Item Number: 0001D and 0001E
• Description:
  • 0001D: Chemical Application on Moderate Terrain with NO Motorized Access
  • 0001E: Chemical Application on Difficult Terrain with Little to No or NO Motorized Access
• Estimated Quantity: 65 Acres for 0001D, 173 Acres for 0001E
• Unit of Issue: Acre
• Unit Price and Total Cost: Fields are present but not populated with specific values, indicated by '$'.
• CHEMICAL APPLICATION - ALL OR NONE: A section indicating a potential all-or-none pricing structure, with a '$' placeholder for total cost.
• Chemical Application - Base:
  • Total Estimated Acres: 238
  • Approximate Start Date: May 1, 2026
  • Performance Time: Until June 18, 2026 (Approx. 49 calendar days)

This pricing schedule provides estimated quantities and performance timelines for herbicide application services. Bidders should use this information to understand the scope and potential cost structure of the opportunity and to prepare their own pricing proposals. The "All or None" section and the base performance details are particularly important for understanding how to bid.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "HERBICIDE INFORMATION SUMMARY" dated February 12, 2026. It appears to be a reference document listing various herbicide formulations, their common names, trade names, manufacturers, EPA registration numbers, concentrations, units of concentration, and WSSA Herbicide Resistance Codes.

• Common Name: The active ingredient (e.g., 2,4-D, Aminopyralid, Clopyralid, Triclopyr).
• Trade Name: The brand name of the herbicide product.
• Manufacturer Name: The company that produces the herbicide.
• EPA Reg. Number: The unique registration number assigned by the Environmental Protection Agency.
• Concentration: The amount of active ingredient per unit volume.
• Units of Concentration: The units used to express the concentration (e.g., Pounds Acid Equivalent Per Gallon, Percent Active Ingredient).
• WSSA Herbicide Resistance Code: A code indicating the mode of action for herbicide resistance management.

This document provides a comprehensive list of herbicide products and their specifications. Bidders may need to consult this list to ensure that any proposed herbicide applications or products comply with the requirements of the opportunity, particularly if the solicitation or SOW specifies approved formulations, active ingredients, or resistance management strategies. It helps in identifying compliant products and understanding their properties.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map titled "Pocatello Field Office Boundary". It visually represents the geographical boundaries of the Pocatello Field Office, including various land management designations within its jurisdiction.

• Boundaries: Displays BLM District, BLM Field Office, State, and BLM Office Location boundaries.
• Land Ownership/Designation: Differentiates between Bureau of Reclamation, Bankhead-Jones Land Use Land, National Park Service, National Wildlife Refuge, US Forest Service, National Grassland, Military Reservation/Corps of Engineers, Indian Reservation, State, State Dept. Fish and Game/Parks/Rec., Private/Other, and United States of America.
• Geographic Features: Includes major roads (e.g., I-15, US-30, US-91), rivers, mountain ranges, and named areas.
• Scale and Legend: Provides a map scale in miles and kilometers, and a legend explaining the color-coding and symbols used for different land designations.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the geographical scope and land management context of the Pocatello Field Office. It helps in identifying the specific areas relevant to any potential opportunities managed by this office, including the types of land and their designations, which may influence operational considerations, environmental factors, or regulatory requirements.