Summary

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) file is a GIS shapefile (BlackHorseMasticationGIS.sbx) associated with state and local contract opportunity JH27-103 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 contract solicits services for wildland fire hazard reduction on approximately 722 acres through mechanical removal and shredding of standing live and dead pinyon and juniper trees, saplings, and brush using wheeled or tracked mechanical mulchers, shredders, masticators, and brush hog mowers. The contractor must furnish all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, operating supplies, and incidentals necessary for project completion. The project performance period runs from October 18, 2026, through December 15, 2026. No mandatory site visit is required; however, bidders are strongly urged to inspect the project site to understand local conditions and determine costs. It is anticipated that a single contract award will be made to the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor.

Participation in this solicitation is limited to prequalified contractors only, and only vendors on the current pre-approved/pre-qualified vendor list are eligible to submit bids. The contractor must guarantee its pricing through project completion. The GIS shapefile provided supports the bid by offering geographic information and spatial data related to the project area boundaries and location.