Aquatic Plant Control at Raystown Lake
ID: W912DR26X1AVHType: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2SD ENDIST BALTIMOREBALTIMORE, MD, 21201-2526, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f9a9d248241547ccba094555cf918bd1/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District, is seeking vendors for aquatic plant control services at Raystown Lake for the growing seasons from 2026 to 2030. The contractor will be responsible for applying herbicides to twelve designated sites covering a total of 83.5 acres, as well as collecting samples to assess herbicide concentration levels and documenting the effectiveness of treatments on targeted species. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the ecological balance and recreational quality of Raystown Lake. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Clark Miller or Brian Richardson via email, and are encouraged to monitor the notice for any updates or amendments, as this is a Sources Sought Notice and not a formal solicitation.

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    Clark Miller
    clark.b.miller@usace.army.mil
    Brian Richardson
    brian.l.richardson@usace.army.mil
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