2021 Slater Fire 18N11 Hazard Tree Removal Six Rivers National Forest

This solicitation seeks hazard tree removal services along 18 miles of Forest Road 18N11 in Six Rivers National Forest in California. The Department of Agriculture Forest Service requires the contractor to survey, fell, limb, and remove hazard trees within 0.25 miles of the roadway that pose risks to public safety due to damage from the 2021 Slater Fire. Bids are due by February 24, 2021 and must address all line items, which will be evaluated based on technical qualifications and price. A fixed price contract will be awarded by March 15, 2021 for work to be completed by November 15, 2021.

This is a 100% set-aside for local small businesses under NAICS code 238990. Bids are restricted to firms located within Humboldt, Trinity, and Del Norte counties in California. Contractors must pay all laborers and mechanics no less than the prevailing wage rates determined by the Secretary of Labor under PSC code R499. The estimated value is between $250,000-$500,000 to remove hazard trees along 18 miles of roadway by both mechanical and hand felling methods in Gasquet, California within Six Rivers National Forest.