IFB Cosumnes Ecological Reserve Oak Woodland Restoration Project ¿ Sacramento County

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is requesting bids on mowing, weeding, plant protection, tree marker and cage removal services for the Cosumnes Ecological Reserve Oak Woodland Restoration Project in Sacramento County, with bids due September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a mandatory site inspection on September 8 at 9:30 a.m. A C-27 Landscape Contractor license and Pest Control Business license with Qualified Applicator License are required, making these licenses the central capability filter.

The scope encompasses replacement of up to 306 tree shelters, removal and disposal of up to 306 metal tree guards, construction of up to 306 tree markers, weed mowing services estimated at 10 times over the contract term, and target weed removal services estimated at up to 10 removal events covering up to 5 acres. Work is performed at an 8-acre oak woodland restoration site within the Dillard Unit of the Cosumnes Ecological Reserve along State Route 99 at Post Mile 7.3. Operations are Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding State holidays.

Prime bidders must hold a valid C-27 Landscape Contractor license, a Pest Control Business license with Qualified Applicator License, and Department of Industrial Relations registration. Minimum five years' experience with California native wetland, riparian, or oak woodland restoration projects involving over 3,000 plants with a three-year establishment period is required, along with three references from similar projects. A Restoration Specialist with a bachelor's degree in a related field and five years' industry experience must be employed or subcontracted.

The contract runs from October 20, 2026, through November 19, 2031. Total contract amount is TBD and will be paid based on actual services rendered up to the authorized amount. State and Federal prevailing wage requirements apply; certified payroll records are required with each invoice. Written questions are due September 9 at 5:00 p.m., with estimated award on September 29.