FY23 HUD MechSitePrep All Units (1).pdf

This solicitation is for mechanical site preparation services for fuels reduction on the Stanislaus National Forest. The scope of work includes site preparation prior to planting through mechanical equipment, hand treatment, or a combination to reduce fuels. Treatments may include grapple piling, mastication, feller bunchering, hand felling, and hand piling depending on slope, vegetation amounts, types, and heights. The contractor shall provide all equipment, supplies, transportation, labor and supervision to complete the project.

The project is located on the Stanislaus National Forest in the Rim Fire Area. Units are shown on maps enclosed and marked on the ground. Work may occur at any time except during limited operating periods to protect species like Northern Goshawk and California Red Legged Frog. No activity shall be allowed in designated control areas.