F--PINE VALLEY HERBICIDE TREATMENT

Other / Unclassified

This document is a map detailing the "Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment Area" for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) - Tuscarora Field Office. It displays the geographic location of the proposed weed treatment area, overlaid on a topographical map.

This map is crucial for potential bidders to understand the specific geographic scope and location of the "Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment" opportunity. It visually defines the boundaries and areas where the herbicide treatment is intended to take place, allowing vendors to assess the scale of the operation and the terrain involved. The legend indicates the "2026 Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment" areas, distinguishing them from other features like BLM land, PVT (Private) land, and NV highways. This visual aid is essential for planning and estimating resources required for the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map detailing the "2026 Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment (North)" area. It serves to visually identify the specific locations within the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Tuscarora Field Office jurisdiction that are designated for herbicide weed treatment.

• Map Area: Depicts the "Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment North Area."
• Legend: Identifies areas designated for "2026 Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment (North)" (shown in green), "BLM" (shown in light yellow), and "PVT" (shown in white).
• Geographic Features: Includes roads (I-80, Old Victory Hwy), creeks (Marys Creek, Zarys Creek), and elevation markers.
• Scale Bar: Provides a scale for measuring distances on the map.
• Source Information: Lists data sources and disclaimers regarding map accuracy.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the geographic scope and specific locations targeted for the herbicide weed treatment. It helps in assessing the logistical requirements, potential environmental considerations, and the overall scale of the work involved in the opportunity.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a map illustrating the proximity of the "2026 Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment" areas to Elko, Nevada. It displays the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Tuscarora Field Office's jurisdiction and highlights specific treatment zones, cities, and relevant geographical features like highways (I-80, State Rte 225) and mountain ranges.

This map is relevant to potential bidders by visually defining the geographic scope and location of the proposed herbicide treatment. It helps bidders understand the operational area, proximity to urban centers (Elko), and the general terrain, which are crucial factors in planning and executing weed treatment services. The legend clarifies the types of areas shown, including "2026 Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment" zones, cities, BLM land, and Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) land.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140L392600014, effective March 10, 2026, provides corrected attachments for detailed specifications and maps related to the "PINE VALLEY HERBICIDE TREATMENT." Bidders should disregard any previous attachments referencing "TUSCARORA."

• Corrected attachments for detailed specifications and maps.

• The period of performance remains unchanged: 06/01/2026 to 07/17/2026.

• Quotes and supporting documents should be submitted via email to mbmerritt@blm.gov.

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document details specifications for herbicide application services in Pine Valley, Nevada. The primary goal is to control specific noxious weed species, including Scotch thistle, Canada Thistle, and Hoary Cress, within a designated contract boundary. Additional susceptible noxious weeds will also be treated.

• Target Species: Scotch thistle, Canada Thistle, Hoary Cress, and other susceptible noxious weeds.

• Treatment Area: Approximately 1023 acres, divided into 888 acres for terrestrial application and 135 acres for "water's edge" application.

• Chemicals: Contractor must supply herbicide, surfactant, and dye from approved lists. Specific formulations are required for terrestrial (2,4-D + Chlorsulfuron + non-ionic surfactant + dye) and water's edge (approved 2,4-D + approved non-ionic surfactant + dye) applications. A list of intended chemicals must be provided with the bid.

• Application Rates: Specific rates are defined for both terrestrial and water's edge tank mixes.

• Equipment: Contractor must supply sufficient equipment meeting contract specifications.

• Work Crew: Contractor must furnish crew for handling, mixing, and loading chemicals.

• Drift Control: Contractor is responsible for controlling spray drift.

• Access: Contractor is responsible for arranging and bearing the risk for access to loading areas. Damaged access roads must be restored at contractor expense.

• Period of Performance: Estimated, with treatments anticipated between June 1st and July 17th. Contractor must be available during this window.

• Bid Package: Must include a list of chemicals intended for use.

• Terrain varies from 2-5% to 10-30% slopes. Elevation ranges from 5200 to 5800 feet.

• Buffers for non-aquatically formulated herbicides are 10 feet (handgun) and 25 feet (boom equipment) from water.

• Spraying up to the water's edge requires aquatic-formulated herbicide and surfactant.

• Potential access issues (private land, washed-out roads, locked gates) may arise, especially in "checkerboard ownership" areas. Contractor is expected to travel these areas.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map illustrating the "2026 Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment (South)" area. It serves to visually define the geographic locations for the planned herbicide treatment.

• The map displays various land parcels, with specific areas highlighted in green and yellow.
• A legend indicates that the green areas represent "2026 Pine Valley Herbicide Weed Treatment (South)" and the yellow areas are designated as "BLM" (Bureau of Land Management) or "PVT" (Private).
• The map includes geographical features such as creeks (e.g., Lee Canyon, Trout Creek, Dixie Fork Trout Creek) and roads.
• A scale bar and north arrow are provided for spatial reference.
• The document is dated 2/20/2026 and is associated with the Bureau of Land Management - Tuscarora Field Office.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the precise geographical scope of the herbicide treatment project. It helps in assessing the terrain, accessibility, and specific zones requiring treatment, which directly impacts planning, resource allocation, and proposal development for the opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the ground-based application of contractor-furnished herbicide, adjuvant, and dye for the control of invasive and/or noxious weeds on approximately 1,023 acres across selected sites within the BLM Elko District, Elko, NV. The project requires treatment within a specific window to ensure successful outcomes.

• Application of herbicide, adjuvant, and dye.

• Specific application rates for Terrestrial Tank Mix (2,4-D at 32 oz/acre + Chlorsulfuron at 1 oz/acre) and Waters Edge Tank Mix (2,4-D at 64 oz/acre).

• Use of approved adjuvants and dyes.

• Compliance with Service Contract Act (SCA) and applicable Wage Decisions.

• Adherence to Green Procurement Requirements.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to July 17, 2026.

• NAICS Code: 115310 (Support Activities for Forestry).

• Size Standard: $11.5 Million.

• All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to mbmerritt@blm.gov.

• Quotes and supporting documents may be submitted via email to mbmerritt@blm.gov.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on a best-value, trade-off process, considering Technical Capabilities, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Capabilities and Past Performance are more important than price.

• Key submission items include: Nevada Professional Applicator License, technical approach, equipment description, quality control plan, safety plan, GPS data collection experience, key personnel, and at least three relevant past performance projects.

• Offerors must complete Standard Form 1449 and acknowledge all amendments.

• Quotes are to be submitted in two parts: (1) Technical and Past Performance, and (2) Price (SF1449).

• Offerors must complete electronic annual representations and certifications at SAM (www.sam.gov).

• This acquisition is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 115310.

• Offers are solicited only from small business concerns. Offers received from concerns that are not small business concerns will be considered nonresponsive and rejected.

• An organized site visit is NOT scheduled. Offerors are urged to inspect the site.

• Electronic invoicing and payment will be processed through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internet Payment Platform System (IPP).

• The contract includes numerous FAR clauses related to various requirements, including labor standards, environmental considerations, and representations and certifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map illustrating the proximity of the Tuscarora Herbicide treatment area to Elko, Nevada. It serves as a visual aid to understand the geographical context of the herbicide application.

• Map Title: Tuscarora Herbicide Proximity To Elko, NV
• Issuing Agency: Bureau of Land Management - Tuscarora Field Office
• Geographic Features: Shows Tuscarora Mountains, Independence Mountains, Adobe Range, and the city of Elko.
• Roads: Depicts State Rte 226, State Rte 225, and I-80.
• Legend: Identifies "Cities", "BIA", "BLM", "FS", "PVT", and "Tuscarora Herbicide Weed Treatment" areas.
• Scale Bar: Provides a scale in miles.
• Date: 2/19/2026

This map is relevant for bidders to understand the geographical location and extent of the Tuscarora Herbicide Weed Treatment area in relation to Elko, NV. It helps in visualizing the scope of work and potential logistical considerations for any related opportunities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for a Pesticide Application Record (PAR) to be used by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Elko District. It serves as a record-keeping tool for pesticide applications, detailing treatment information, chemical application specifics, and species affected.

• Treatment Information: Date, BLM PUP #, weather readings (start/stop), licensed applicator details, mix diluent, equipment used, sprayer calibration rate, distance to water, delivery method, spray pattern, mix amount applied, total acres treated, swath width, and buffer details for linear features.
• Chemical Application: Fields for chemical brand, trade name, manufacturer, EPA registration number, common name, and rate of application for both pesticides and adjuvants.
• Species Information: Sections to record common name, species code, plant phenology, and estimated percent cover for treated areas, with a reference list of common weed species and their codes.
• Associated Information: Fields for contract/agreement number, BLM project name, company name, and associated tracklog file IDs.

Bidders may need to use or refer to this template to understand the reporting requirements for pesticide application services if such services are part of the opportunity. It outlines the detailed data that must be recorded and submitted, including specific chemicals, application methods, rates, and environmental considerations like proximity to water sources and buffer zones. Familiarity with this form is crucial for any vendor proposing to perform pesticide application work under a BLM contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 1969-0113, Revision No. 80) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations employed on contracts for forestry, land management services, and cleaning of public use areas within Nevada Statewide.

• Occupational Listing: Provides specific occupation codes, titles, and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Details the required health and welfare benefits ($5.55/hour or $5.09/hour under EO 13706) and paid sick leave provisions (EO 13706).
• Vacation and Holidays: Outlines requirements for paid vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 10 years) and a minimum of eleven paid holidays.
• Uniform Allowance: Specifies requirements for providing or reimbursing uniform costs and maintenance ($3.35/week or $.67/day).
• Conformance Process: Describes the procedure for contractors to request wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination.

This wage determination is critical for bidders responding to solicitations for services falling under its scope. It directly impacts labor cost calculations for proposals. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums for all listed occupations. Failure to comply can lead to non-compliance with contract terms. The document also outlines the process for handling unlisted occupations, which bidders must consider when developing their bids.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Pesticide Application Record (PAR) used to document herbicide applications made by contractors for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). It serves as a record of the treatment performed, including details about the application, chemicals used, and target species.

• Treatment Information: Date, time, weather conditions (temperature, RH, wind speed), BLM Project Name, Contract/Agreement Number, and BLM PUP numbers.
• Applicator Information: Licensed applicator name and number, crew members.
• Equipment Used: Type of equipment (e.g., Truck, ATV, Helicopter, Sprayer).
• Application Details: Sprayer calibration rate, delivery method, mix amount, total acres treated, spray pattern, and swath width.
• Chemicals Applied: Trade name, manufacturer, EPA registration number, chemical common name, and rate of application for herbicides.
• Adjuvants Applied: Brand name, manufacturer, and rate of application for adjuvants.
• Species Information: Common name of target weed species, species code, plant phenology, and estimated percent cover.
• Weed Species Reference Information: A cross-reference table of common weed names and their corresponding codes.

This document provides specific details about a past pesticide application. While not a solicitation or SOW, it offers insight into the types of herbicides, application methods, equipment, and target weed species that may be relevant to future herbicide treatment opportunities managed by the BLM Elko District. Bidders may use this information to understand the scope and nature of work previously performed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Adjuvant Information Summary dated December 1, 2024. It lists various adjuvants, categorized by their class (e.g., Surfactant, Special Function) and type (e.g., Non-ionic, Deposition Aid). It includes trade names, manufacturer names, and registration numbers (where available) for each adjuvant.

• Adjuvant Class: Broad categorization of the adjuvant's function.
• Adjuvant Type Name: Specific type within the class.
• Trade Name: Commercial name of the adjuvant.
• Manufacturer Name: Company producing the adjuvant.
• Registration Number #1 & #2: State registration numbers, likely for pesticide or chemical registration.
• Adjuvant Formulation Type: Indicates if the adjuvant is liquid or dry.

This document provides a comprehensive list of adjuvants that may be relevant for the opportunity. Bidders can use this information to identify potential suppliers, understand the types of adjuvants available, and ensure compliance with any specific adjuvant requirements or preferences mentioned in the solicitation or related documents. It serves as a reference for products that meet certain criteria, potentially aiding in proposal development or product selection.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines detailed specifications for herbicide application services for weed treatment in the Tuscarora, Nevada area during 2026. The primary objective is to control Hoary Cress, Scotch thistle, and spotted knapweed, along with other susceptible noxious weeds within the designated contract boundary.

• Target Species: Hoary Cress, Scotch thistle, spotted knapweed, and other susceptible noxious weeds.

• Treatment Area: Approximately 2,498 acres, divided into 2,425 acres of upland (terrestrial tank mix) and 73 acres with potential water presence (water's edge tank mix).

• Chemicals: Contractor must supply approved herbicide, surfactant, and dye from provided lists. Specific formulations required: Terrestrial Mix (2,4-D + Chlorsulfuron + surfactant + dye) and Water's Edge Mix (approved 2,4-D + approved surfactant + dye). Dye must be visible for 3 days post-application.

• Application Rates: Specific rates are provided for both terrestrial and water's edge mixes.

• Equipment: Contractor must supply sufficient equipment meeting contract specifications, including properly maintained and calibrated spray equipment.

• Work Crew: Contractor is responsible for furnishing the work crew for chemical handling, mixing, and loading.

• Loading Facilities: Contractor arranges and assumes risk for any loading areas used.

• Period of Performance: Estimated treatment window is May 18th to June 19th, requiring contractor availability during this flexible period.

• Pre-work Conference: Contractor must provide a list of intended chemicals prior to this conference.

• Chemical Lists: Use of chemicals must be from the provided Approved Herbicide Formulations and Approved Adjuvants lists.

• Not specified in this document.

• Access: Contractor is responsible for restoring any damaged access roads.

• Sage Grouse Protection: Specific restrictions apply to application times (no application between 6 PM and 9 AM until after May 15th) and buffer zones (0.25-mile no-application, 0.25-0.5-mile backpack only) if sage grouse are observed.

• Drift Control: Contractor is responsible for controlling spray drift.

• Water Buffers: Specific buffer distances (10 ft handgun, 25 ft boom) apply when water is present, with requirements for aquatic formulations when spraying within buffers near water.

• Location Maps: Attached location maps provide legal descriptions (T40N, R51E and T39N, R51E) and site details.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "HERBICIDE INFORMATION SUMMARY," dated August 1, 2024, appears to be an approved list of herbicide formulations for the Elko District. It serves as a reference for approved products, detailing their common names, trade names, manufacturers, EPA registration numbers, concentrations, units of concentration, WSSA Herbicide Resistance Code, and active status in VMAP.

• Herbicide Name: Common and trade names of herbicides.
• Manufacturer: The company producing the herbicide.
• EPA Reg. Number: The Environmental Protection Agency registration number.
• Concentration & Units: The strength and form of the active ingredient (e.g., Pounds Acid Equivalent Per Gallon, Percent Active Ingredient).
• WSSA Herbicide Resistance Code: Classification based on the Weed Science Society of America's resistance management guidelines.
• Active in VMAP: Indicates if the herbicide is active in the Vegetation Management and Control Program.

This document is relevant to bidders who may be responding to opportunities involving vegetation management or herbicide application. It provides a list of approved products, which could be a requirement or a helpful reference for understanding the types of herbicides that can be used or are expected to be used under a contract. Bidders may need to ensure their proposed solutions or products align with this approved list.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a map illustrating the "Tuscarora Herbicide Weed Treatment Area" managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) - Tuscarora Field Office. It displays the geographical extent of areas designated for herbicide treatment to manage weeds.

This map is relevant to potential bidders by visually defining the specific geographic locations where weed treatment activities are planned or have occurred. It helps bidders understand the scope and spatial distribution of the work, which is crucial for assessing their capability to perform such services and for planning logistical operations.

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

This document outlines the requirements for herbicide spraying services to be performed for fire rehabilitation and fuels reduction activities.

• The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, chemicals, tools, materials, supplies, and incidentals for herbicide application.

• Applications will coincide with invasive species phenology, potentially requiring simultaneous or large-scale applications.

• Off-road/overland travel with ATVs/UTVs is permitted in non-WSA areas, provided it does not cause resource damage. Truck travel off-road is prohibited.

• The contractor must accurately identify target species and differentiate them from native, non-target species. Spraying more than 5% of native plant populations may result in contract suspension.

• All equipment, vehicles, and trailers must be cleaned prior to on-site arrival and between project sites to prevent the spread of invasive species.

• Payment is contingent on treating at least 95% of the target species within the designated project area, as determined by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or Project Investigator (PI).

• Final inspection requires submission of all GPS tracklog files and Pesticide Application Records (PARs).

• The contractor must adhere to herbicide label instructions, BLM policy, and federal/state regulations, following the most restrictive guidelines.

• Government inspection of equipment and work is an option.

• Spray application must be uniform, with no more than a 10% variation above or below the specified rate per acre.

• Work locations will be provided by the Government via work location maps, shapefiles, and PDF maps.

• Spraying operations are permitted only during daylight hours.

• The contractor must hold a current Nevada Professional Applicator License.

• The contractor must provide and use approved chemicals, including surfactants and potentially drift agents and indicator dye.

• Water for mixing chemicals is the contractor's responsibility.

• Equipment must be capable of moderate speed for proper control and even distribution, and must be serviced and repaired as needed.

• Spray tanks must be stainless steel, aluminum, fiberglass, plastic, or plastic-lined steel.

• A Nevada Licensed Applicator must be present on-site during all mixing, handling, and application of herbicides.

• Pesticide Application Records (PARs) and daily GPS tracklogs must be completed and submitted.

• Environmental conditions (wind, humidity, precipitation) must be monitored, and applications ceased if conditions exceed specified limits (e.g., winds > 10 mph).

• Buffer zones of 10-25 feet from water bodies must be maintained, depending on application method.

• Cultural resources must be protected; any discoveries require immediate notification and suspension of work in the vicinity.

• Hazardous materials and solid waste must be managed and disposed of legally off-site.

• A spill cleanup kit must be available.