BlackHorseMasticationGIS.sbn

This is a Scope of Work/Project Description file for an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing, conducted by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources in coordination with the US Wildland Fire Service and Green River District BLM. The project, designated JH27-103 Black Horse Ridge Mastication, seeks to establish a linear fuel break through wildland fire hazard reduction via mechanical removal and shredding of standing live and dead pinyon and juniper trees, saplings, and brush using wheeled or tracked mechanical mulchers, shredders, or masticators and brush hog mowers. The project encompasses approximately 722 acres, and the contractor must provide all necessary labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, operating supplies, and incidentals. The solicitation is limited to prequalified contractors only, and no mandatory site visit is scheduled, though bidders are strongly encouraged to inspect the project site to understand local conditions affecting performance costs. All work must be completed between October 18, 2026, and December 15, 2026. The procurement anticipates a single contract award to the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor.

The contractor must guarantee its pricing through project completion. Specific pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent information, funding amounts, and other financial details are not provided in the available file content. Bidders should refer to additional procurement documents for complete cost and payment specifications.