MasticationUnitmaps_M09.pdf

This is a Mastication Unit Maps 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 mastication treatments in the Triangle Uplands area of Grand County, Utah. The project involves mechanical removal of pinyon/juniper vegetation across 1,100.3 base acres with an optional 527.1 acres using bullhog-type equipment to create a mosaic pattern of varying densities with scattered untreated leave islands. Work is scheduled to occur during two periods: November 1st, 2026 through February 28th, 2027 and August 1st, 2027 through September 28th, 2027, with a mandatory work restriction between March 1st and July 31st, 2027 due to wildlife considerations. No mandatory site visit will be held prior to bidding; however, potential bidders are strongly recommended to conduct their own site inspections. Participation in this solicitation is limited exclusively to prequalified contractors on the current pre-approved vendor list, and award is anticipated to result in a single contract to the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor.

The total budget for this project is $721,079 for all acres, and vendors must guarantee their pricing through project completion. The document functions as a mapping reference for the mastication units, providing contractors with detailed spatial information regarding treatment areas. All work must comply with the specified performance schedule, and contractors should be prepared to mobilize equipment and begin operations by the November 1st, 2026 start date. This reposted solicitation indicates a prior unsuccessful bid process, requiring qualified contractors to resubmit proposals under the same general specifications and requirements.