VEGETATION MANAGEMENT for NATURAL RESOURCES BRANCH, FORT DRUM, NEW YORK
ID: 357958Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Fort Worth District (DOD-COE-FW)

Award Range

$234K - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
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    Posted Dec 31, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 30, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is inviting Statements of Interest for a cooperative agreement project titled "Vegetation Management for Natural Resources Branch" at Fort Drum, New York. This initiative aims to manage invasive and noxious plant species through various tasks, including field surveys, treatment efficacy analysis, and comprehensive reporting, specifically targeting members of designated Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) regions. The project underscores the Army's commitment to ecological management while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, with approximately $234,154 allocated for the base period of 12 months and the potential for four additional follow-on periods based on funding availability. Interested applicants must submit a two-page Statement demonstrating their qualifications by January 30, 2025, to Sandy Justman at sandra.justman@usace.army.mil or Chanley Jenkins at chanley.r.jenkins@usace.army.mil.

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Jan 2, 2025, 12:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking Statements of Interest for a cooperative agreement project titled “Vegetation Management for Natural Resources Branch” at Fort Drum, NY. Only members from specified Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) regions are eligible to apply. The project aims to manage invasive and noxious plant species through a series of tasks including field surveys, treatment efficacy analysis, and reporting. Approximately $234,154 is allocated for the base period of 12 months, with potential for four follow-on periods based on funding. Applicants must provide a two-page Statement demonstrating qualifications, relevant experience, and available personnel. The government expects substantial participation, particularly in project methodology and approvals. Additionally, successful execution requires botanical expertise and coordination with Fort Drum. The final deliverables include reports, data, and documentation of GPS activity in compliance with environmental regulations. Applications are due by January 30, 2025, with further obligation to provide detailed invoicing and reporting following established guidelines. This initiative underscores the Army's commitment to ecological management while ensuring military operations comply with environmental laws.
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