BanditIRSC_2020_shapefile.zip

This notice solicits bids for a stewardship contract to conduct forest management services on the Bandit IRSC project area located on the Lassen National Forest in California. Mandatory services include cutting, skidding, decking, and removing approximately 26,135 tons of sawtimber and 9,581 tons of biomass from 978 acres. Additional requirements consist of chipping biomass, hauling all material, conducting mastication of brush and small trees, spreading windrows, and performing road maintenance and reconstruction. Bidders must visit the project site and attend a mandatory prebid meeting. The estimated price range for the construction contract is between $150,000 and $200,000. The solicitation was issued on July 9, 2020 by the USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region. Bids are due as stated in the solicitation package and the contract is expected to be awarded within 60 days of the response date.