DCR 947 Wetland Delineation and Trail Planning, Mohawk Trail, Florida, MA

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for wetland delineation and trail planning services at Mohawk Trail State Forest in Florida, Massachusetts. The procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide wetland resource area delineation and design/permitting services for four multiuse wetland crossings that accommodate both pedestrian and equestrian traffic. Required deliverables include wetland flagging and GPS data collection using sub-meter accuracy, design plan development for trail improvements and stream crossings in accordance with DCR Trail Guidelines and Massachusetts Stream Crossing Standards, and comprehensive permitting support including Notice of Intent preparation and assistance at one Conservation Commission meeting. All work must be completed by June 30, 2026, with Notice of Intent submissions required no later than May 15, 2026. Key evaluation criteria include competitive pricing based on DCR 947 contract rates, understanding of project goals, demonstrated experience with similar projects, and feasibility of the proposed timeline. Questions regarding the RFP are due by January 27, 2026 at 12 p.m., with answers provided by January 30, 2026 at 12 p.m. Bid responses are due February 6, 2026, with an estimated award date of February 20, 2026. The Commbuys Bid ID is BD-26-1020-DCRCU-DC250-124179 and Contract #DCR 947, with proposals submitted through the Commbuys system. All deliverables must comply with Executive Order 614 accessibility standards and Americans with Disabilities Act Title II requirements, and vendors must be aware that potential traffic and operational restrictions during the 2026 FIFA World Cup (June through August 2026) may apply with no additional compensation allowed.

Vendors must be registered on the existing DCR 947 Statewide Contract and submit proposals through the Commbuys system with fee schedules matching those posted by the Office of State Procurement. All filing fees, including Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, municipal, legal advertisement, and mailing costs, are the responsibility of the vendor. The RFP does not commit DCR to award any contract or reimburse proposal preparation costs, and DCR reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate with any or all respondents. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the available procurement documents. Vendors are prohibited from using four-wheelers or other off-highway vehicles for field work, and all structures should be designed for pedestrian use only, with potential accessibility considerations where feasible depending on ecological, cultural, and constructability factors. The specific contract value or budget range has not been disclosed in the available procurement materials.