RFP-032016 - Bay County Emerald Ash Borer Treatment

Summary of Specifications:
The Bay County Purchasing Division, on behalf of the Gypsy Moth Program is soliciting sealed proposals for the following: Injection of ash trees with the insecticide Tree-age (or equivalent) to control Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Bay County is seeking to enter into a two (2) year contract, with the option of extending the contact for an additional two (2) years for the treatment of ash trees that are infested with the invasive beetle, Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis). Treatment will be done using the injected systemic insecticide Tree-Age (or equivalent), a micro-encapsulated liquid formulation of 4% Emamectin Benzoate specifically labeled for trunk injection to control Emerald Ash Borer in ash species (Fraxinus spp.) Maps and tree inventory for each treatment year can be found in Exhibit A. The total number of trees treated will be determined by the County after review of the trees for health prior to the beginning of the treatment period. All trees are located on public land in open lawn type areas.