Town of Dundee Herbicide Follow-Up Treatments RFP 2027 - Dixie Briggs-Fromm Nature Preserve Phase II
Town of DundeeCity · East Dundee, IL- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Dundee Township Open Space Program (DTOSP) is soliciting proposals for the second year of targeted herbicide treatments on approximately 4.18 acres at Dixie Briggs-Fromm Nature Preserve. The project follows Phase II mechanical clearing and aims to control invasive woody resprouts (autumn olive, buckthorn, honeysuckle) and competitive herbaceous species (Canada thistle, bull thistle, tall goldenrod) to restore prairie structure. Work includes foliar spraying, cut-stump treatments, and spot-treatments using backpack sprayers and systemic herbicides like Glyphosate and Triclopyr. Contractors must be Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) certified pesticide applicators and maintain specific insurance coverage including $2M General Aggregate and $1M Automobile Liability. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026, at the Dundee Township Clerk's Office.
Pre-season schedule, 2-3 site visits, Herbicide treatments, Treatment logs, Final summary report with photographs
Fair and extensive evaluation based on criteria listed herein, three references for similar projects
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Summary
The Dundee Township Open Space Program (DTOSP) is soliciting proposals for the second year of targeted herbicide treatments on approximately 4.18 acres at Dixie Briggs-Fromm Nature Preserve.
The project follows Phase II mechanical clearing and aims to control invasive woody resprouts (autumn olive, buckthorn, honeysuckle) and competitive herbaceous species (Canada thistle, bull thistle, tall goldenrod) to restore prairie structure. Work includes foliar spraying, cut-stump treatments, and spot-treatments using backpack sprayers and systemic herbicides like Glyphosate and Triclopyr. Contractors must be Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) certified pesticide applicators and maintain specific insurance coverage including $2M General Aggregate and $1M Automobile Liability. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026, at the Dundee Township Clerk's Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Fair and extensive evaluation based on criteria listed herein, three references for similar projects
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Pre-season schedule
- 2-3 site visits
- Herbicide treatments
- Treatment logs
- Final summary report with photographs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Three copies of proposal
- Three references
- Itemized cost explanation
- Proof of insurance
- Proof of IDOA licensing
- Submit to
- Dundee Township Clerk’s Office, 611 E. Main St Ste. 201, E. Dundee, IL 60118
- Scope location
- East Dundee, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Dundee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Dundee Township Clerk’s Office, 611 E. Main St Ste. 201, E. Dundee, IL 60118.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Dundee in IL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pre-season schedule, 2-3 site visits, Herbicide treatments, Treatment logs, Final summary report with photographs. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Fair and extensive evaluation based on criteria listed herein, three references for similar projects" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Dundee?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Dundee are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Dundee regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: three copies of proposal, three references, itemized cost explanation, proof of insurance, proof of IDOA licensing. Review the full document from Town of Dundee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Dundee, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.