MasticationUnitmaps_M08.pdf

This file is a mastication unit map document related to an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing on behalf of the Wildlife Resources agency for vegetation treatment services in Grand County. The project scope involves mastication treatments on pinyon/juniper dominated lands across 1,100.3 base acres with an optional 527.1 acres in the Triangle Uplands area. Work is scheduled for two performance periods: November 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027, and August 1, 2027 through September 28, 2027, with a mandatory work cessation between March 1 and July 31, 2027 due to wildlife restrictions. The objective is to remove trees using bullhog-type mastication equipment to restore the treatment units to a mosaic pattern of varying densities with scattered untreated leave islands. Participation in this solicitation is limited to prequalified contractors only, and while no mandatory site visit will be held prior to bidding, potential bidders are strongly encouraged to inspect the site at their own discretion to assess conditions affecting performance costs.

The total budget for this project is $721,079 covering all contracted acres. The IFB anticipates a single contract award to the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor. Vendors must guarantee their pricing through project completion, and failure to conduct a site inspection will not constitute grounds for claims following contract award. This procurement represents a straightforward service-based engagement where contractor qualifications and cost competitiveness are the primary award criteria.