Attachment E_CalicoCreek_RxBurn2027.pdf

This is a Prescribed Burn Project Scope of Work document for Calico Creek, involving state and local environmental agencies managing a controlled burn operation scheduled for 2027. The project encompasses a prescribed burn treatment covering approximately 150-200 acres of chaparral and sage scrub vegetation in the Calico Creek watershed area. The primary objective is to reduce hazardous fuel loads, promote ecosystem health, and mitigate wildfire risk through carefully managed fire application. The scope of work outlines pre-burn activities including vegetation surveys, fuel load assessments, equipment staging, and safety perimeter establishment. Implementation is scheduled for the 2027 burn season (typically late spring through early fall), with specific burn windows dependent on weather conditions, fuel moisture levels, and air quality requirements. Pre-project site assessments and mandatory bidder meetings are anticipated in the preceding months to establish operational protocols and safety procedures.

Funding for this prescribed burn project is derived from state and federal forestry management grants, with budget allocation typically ranging from $80,000 to $150,000 depending on final acreage and resource requirements. Incumbent contractors with previous prescribed burn experience in the region may receive preference consideration. The contract term extends through project completion, with post-burn monitoring and restoration activities continuing for up to two years following ignition. All work must comply with state air quality management district regulations, Cal Fire guidelines, and local environmental protection standards. Insurance requirements, equipment certifications, and crew qualifications are mandatory, with all personnel required to hold current Incident Qualifications Cards (IQCs) for their assigned positions.