MasticationUnitmaps_M13.pdf

This is a Mastication Unit Map document supporting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the State of Utah Division of Purchasing on behalf of the Wildlife Resources agency. The project involves mastication treatments using bullhog-type equipment to remove pinyon/juniper vegetation across treatment units totaling 1,100.3 base acres with an optional 527.1 acres in the Triangle Uplands located in Grand County, Utah. Work is scheduled for two periods: November 1st, 2026 through February 28th, 2027 and August 1st, 2027 through September 28th, 2027, with a mandatory work cessation between March 1st and July 31st, 2027 due to wildlife restrictions. The goal is to restore a mosaic pattern of varying vegetation densities with scattered untreated leave islands. No mandatory site visit will be held, though potential bidders are strongly encouraged to conduct their own site inspections to evaluate conditions affecting project costs. Participation is limited to prequalified contractors on the current pre-approved vendor list. A single contract award is anticipated to the lowest cost responsive and responsible vendor.

The total project budget is $721,079 for all acres. Vendors must guarantee pricing through project completion. The contract term runs from November 1st, 2026 through September 28th, 2027, with the specified work windows and wildlife-protection blackout period. No renewal options are indicated in the solicitation documents.