Tree Thinning, Tree Removal and Woody Vegetation Removal Using a Variety of Methods

The Arizona Game and Fish Department Master Agreement CTR074699 is an indefinite delivery vehicle (IDV) for comprehensive forestry and vegetation management services. The contract covers specialized tree thinning, tree removal, and woody vegetation removal across public, private, and federal lands in Arizona. Services include mechanical mastication, hand crew lop and scatter techniques, mechanical grubbing, and herbicide application by hand. The scope encompasses removal of various vegetation types such as junipers, mesquites, and other tree and shrub species, with pricing structured by vegetation density, tree type, and treatment method across different landscape categories including grasslands and woodlands.

The prime contractor for this IDV is Cutting Edge Forestry Inc., based in Talent, Oregon, with the contract awarded on November 22, 2024, and an initial performance period through November 22, 2025. The contract is a fixed-price, statewide agreement with potential extensions up to 48 months in 12-month increments. Cutting Edge Forestry is authorized to perform work across Arizona, with comprehensive insurance coverage including $1,000,000 in commercial general liability, $1,000,000 in automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage. While a specific total contract value is not disclosed, the pricing document indicates unit rates ranging from $70 to $1,710 per acre depending on specific service requirements and vegetation conditions.