Lower Beaver River Fence

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, acting on behalf of the Division of Wildlife Resources, issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the Lower Beaver River Fence project, targeting fencing services in Box Elder County near Minersville, Utah. The procurement solicits a contractor to construct approximately 6,365 feet of new fence and remove 230 feet of existing fence, with specific requirements including wood top rail fences with barbed wire, double-H braces, steel gates, and stream crossings across four distinct sites. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in rangeland fence construction and will be evaluated based on price, experience, and ability to complete the work. The project has a defined timeline, with work expected to commence as early as March 15, 2022, and requiring completion by June 30, 2022. The bid was opened on January 19, 2022, and closed on February 9, 2022, with bids to be assessed on a cost-per-foot basis for new fence construction and old fence removal. The commodity code for this project is 72154, specifically covering fence construction services and rangeland fence installation.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Taylor Made Fencing LLC was ultimately awarded the contract as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The bid process required contractors to provide all necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the fence construction according to the specified scope of work. While a specific budget range was not disclosed in the available documentation, the project involves substantial fencing infrastructure across multiple sites. The evaluation criteria prioritized technical competence, demonstrated experience in similar rangeland fence projects, and competitive pricing. Contractors were expected to have comprehensive capabilities in fence construction, including the ability to handle complex terrain and specific environmental conditions associated with the lower Beaver River region.