BlackHorseMasticationGIS.cpg

This is a Scope of Work file for an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing in coordination with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, the US Wildland Fire Service, and the Green River District BLM. The project, designated JH27-103 Black Horse Ridge Mastication, seeks contractor services to create a linear fuel break through wildland fire hazard reduction across approximately 722 acres. The work involves mechanically removing and shredding standing live and dead pinyon and juniper trees, saplings, and brush using wheeled or tracked mechanical mulchers, shredders, or masticators, along with brush hog-type mowing equipment. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, operating supplies, and incidentals. While a mandatory site visit is not required, bidders are strongly encouraged to inspect the project site to understand all general and local conditions that may affect performance and pricing. The contract is anticipated to result in a single award to the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor. All work must be completed between October 18, 2026, and December 15, 2026, with the contractor required to guarantee pricing through project completion.

This solicitation is limited exclusively to prequalified contractors currently appearing on the State of Utah's Pre-approved/Pre-qualified Vendor list; unqualified contractors are instructed not to submit bids. Vendor selection will be based on lowest cost responsiveness and responsibility. The contractor must guarantee fixed pricing throughout the project duration, with no renewal options specified. No additional information regarding funding sources, set-asides, incumbent contractors, or other pricing terms is provided in the available file documentation.