The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a contractor to plant 30,000 bare root seedlings by machine into crop fields at the Volga River State Recreation Area. The project is expected to start on April 1, 2026, and be completed by June 15, 2026. The contractor will be required to provide all necessary equipment and personnel to complete the project. The DNR will evaluate bids based on price, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. • The contractor must have experience with tree planting and have all necessary equipment, including a tractor, tree planter, and sprayer. • The contractor must be able to complete the project within the specified timeframe. • The contractor must be able to provide references from previous customers. • The contractor must be able to maintain insurance coverage as specified in the contract. • The contractor must be able to provide a cost proposal that includes an all-inclusive, itemized, total cost in U.S. Dollars.