AERIAL HERBICIDE APPLICATION

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District is requesting quotes for aerial herbicide application at Arkabutla Lake, Mississippi. This 100% small business set-aside, solicitation W912EE26QA026, will result in a single firm-fixed-price contract. The work involves treating between 5,500 and 6,518 acres of woody aquatic vegetation from August through October 2026. The acquisition follows FAR Part 12 procedures for commercial services. Quotes are due by June 24, 2026, and must include a technical approach and proof of required certifications. Evaluation is based on capability, past performance, and price, with technical and past performance factors rated on a pass/fail basis. The solicitation package includes the SF-1449, front-end instructions, and a Department of Labor wage determination, which together establish the technical specifications and licensing requirements for both the FAA and the State of Mississippi. The USACE Vicksburg District has issued an RFQ for a firm-fixed-price contract to provide aerial herbicide application at Arkabutla Lake. This is a 100% small business set-aside aimed at controlling woody aquatic vegetation through specialized aerial spraying. The USACE Vicksburg District requires aerial herbicide application at Arkabutla Lake to control woody aquatic vegetation, specifically targeting Water Elm, Button Bush, and Black Willow across roughly 5,500 acres.