Specifications include, but are not limited to: Treating invasive/noxious/exotic plants (upland and wetland sites) on specific properties across the state at the State’s request. Properties will generally be land including but not limited to large forestland tracts, wetland parcels, agricultural lands, and other undeveloped lands with public values such as wildlife habitat and recreational use. The plant control will be completed with a variety of methods (ex. spot treatment, foliar, cut stump, basal bark, etc.) based on the site conditions of a specific project. As a result, the cost of the invasive plant control work for a specific project is expected to vary depending on the condition of the site and method used. The state is targeting a uniform 90% +/- mortality rate. Efficacy within the treatment area shall be evaluated the following spring by the contractor and a state representative. If a uniform 90% +/- mortality rate is not found throughout the treatment area, the contractor will be required to retreat areas as needed, at their expense. Work must conform to all applicable Federal, State, and local laws. All contractors must be a Vermont Agency of Agriculture certified pesticide applicator with appropriate categories.
